Jack Kelly (politician)
Jack Kelly | |
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Kelly in 2007 | |
Member of the Philadelphia City Council from the At-Large District | |
In office January 5, 2004 – January 2, 2012 | |
Preceded by | W. Thacher Longstreth |
Succeeded by | David Oh |
Member of the Philadelphia City Council from the 7th District | |
In office January 4, 1988 – January 6, 1992 | |
Preceded by | Patricia Hughes |
Succeeded by | Daniel McElhatton |
Personal details | |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) | Kathleen |
Children | Four |
Jack Kelly is a Republican politician and former member of the City Council of Philadelphia.
Kelly originally represented the Seventh District on Council. In 1987, he defeated Democratic incumbent Patricia Harris for the seat,[1] but he was defeated in his bid for re-election four years later by Daniel McElhatton.
Following the death of longtime Republican Councilman At-Large W. Thacher Longstreth, Kelly sought and was elected to his seat. He served from 2004 to 2012.[2]
References
- ↑ "All 17 Seats Open". The Philadelphia Inquirer. October 27, 1987. Retrieved February 8, 2012.
- ↑ "Jack Kelly – Councilman-At-Large". City of Philadelphia official website. City Council, City of Philadelphia. 2010-02-15. Retrieved 2010-02-15.
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