Summary
A History We Can No Longer Afford: Consolidating Philadelphia’s Row Offices evaluates the administrative and financial inefficiencies of the City Commissioners, Sheriff’s Office, Clerk of Quarter Sessions, and Register of Wills. The analysis finds that these offices are largely administrative in function and could be consolidated to reduce redundancies, improve oversight, and generate substantial savings. The report compares Philadelphia’s structure with other Pennsylvania counties and highlights best practices for improving efficiency. Recommendations include merging the offices into existing city departments and enhancing financial accountability through centralized management.