Despite significant opposition from the community, the Philadelphia City Council passed a $1.3 billion plan for a basketball arena, championed by Mayor Cherelle Parker. This project aims to revive downtown and create thousands of jobs, particularly benefiting Black and Hispanic workers, while addressing concerns raised by Chinatown residents.
Mayor Cherelle Parker emphasized the broader benefits of the arena for all of Philadelphia, stating, 'We are about to put the next generation of skilled workers to work right here.' She asserted the project would not only aid the economy but also ensure the survival and growth of Chinatown.
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