Ethics and Transparency
Good government doesn't just mean doing what's legal; it means doing what's right.
What We're Doing
Seventy works hard to see that public officials are doing the right thing.
Permanent Inspector General
Seventy advocates for the creation of a permanent Inspector General within the City Charter to root out waste, fraud and corruption throughout the entire government.
Philadelphia Board of Ethics
Seventy also supports the Philadelphia Board of Ethics (whose creation we fought for) in continuing to enforce the city's campaign finance, lobbying and political activity laws.
Important Resources
Philadelphia Board of Ethics
The Philadelphia Board of Ethics, in addition to its enforcement responsibilities, hosts online databases on campaign finance, lobbying and financial disclosures of city officials.
Office of the Inspector General
The Office of the Inspector General investigates reports of fraud and corruption in city government in addition to ensuring strict rules on city contracts are followed.
Chief Integrity Officer
The Chief Integrity Officer works proactively to avoid potential issues by providing ethics training and guidance for city employees and officials. Visit IntegrityWorks for an overview of the city's public watchdogs and their responsibilities.
Recent News
April 28, 2023
First Public Poll Finds a Statistical Tie in Philadelphia’s 2023 Mayoral Race
With a plurality of voters — 20% — still undecided, the election’s results are far from predetermined.
April 20, 2023
Committee of Seventy and Partners to Issue First Public, Nonpartisan Poll in 2023 Mayor’s Race
The effort will highlight the impact that ranked-choice voting could have if implemented in Pennsylvania.
April 05, 2023
C70 joins forces with youth voter education organization, Vote That Jawn
The partnership unifies two of Pennsylvania's leaders in civic participation and expands C70’s existing mission to connect in new ways with youth and first-time voters.
March 23, 2023
Statement on Chief Public Safety Director Charter Amendment
Seventy has become increasingly concerned about the proliferation of Charter amendments over the past 20 years. The process by which this proposed amendment was passed by City Council adds to these concerns.
March 16, 2023
Committee of Seventy Releases Democracy Agenda for Philadelphia
This blueprint for the next administration and City Council is designed to promote transparent and accountable government and strengthen democracy in Philadelphia.
