2026-11-16 - Committee on Legislative Oversight

Summary

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  • One item for discussion: Resolution 260737 authorizing hearings on the announced closure of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University's public museum.
  • Hearings would cover consequences for Philadelphia and options to preserve public access and the institution's scientific and educational mission.
  • The resolution also authorizes subpoenas under Section 2-401 of the Home Rule Charter.
  • See Academy of Natural Sciences Public Museum Closure.

Agenda

  1. Resolution 260737 - authorizing the committee to hold hearings investigating the announced closure of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University's public museum, with subpoena authority under Section 2-401 of the Home Rule Charter. See Academy of Natural Sciences Public Museum Closure.

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