LOCAL · PA · 2000-2012
Anna Verna
Philadelphia City Council President · Democrat · Pennsylvania
On the record
First woman Philadelphia Council President; 12-year tenure
Background
Anna Verna served as Philadelphia City Council President of Philadelphia of Pennsylvania from 2000–2012 (12 years). Took office after John Street; succeeded by Darrell Clarke. Note: First woman Philadelphia Council President; 12-year tenure. Same-year political environment (2000): Governor Tom Ridge; Attorney General Mike Fisher; Treasurer Barbara Hafer.
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Others who held this office in Pennsylvania
- Kenyatta Johnson (2024-present)
- Darrell Clarke (2012-2024)
- John Street (1992-1999)