Philadelphia City Controller

Philadelphia, PA

County Partisan

Current Incumbent

Christy Brady

Democratic

In office since January 2026

Next Election

Nov 6, 2029

Filing Window

Mar 7, 2029 - Aug 1, 2029

Term Length

4 years

Number of Seats

1

About this position

The County Controller or Comptroller is the Chief Financial Officer of the County responsible for supervising the fiscal affairs of the County. They maintain the general ledger, accounting records, financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll and garnishments.

Eligibility requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must be a resident of the district
  • Candidate must be at least 21 years old and a resident of the city for at least one year.

Filing information

Elections office

Rm. 142, City Hall, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Phone: 215-686-3469

Fee & signature requirements

Filing fee is $0; signature requirement of 1000.

Filing instructions

Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.

Primary Type Partisan
Primary Date May 15, 2029
Primary Filing Feb 13, 2029 - Mar 6, 2029
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