Danielle L. Bowers

for City Council

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About Danielle

Danielle L. Bowers serves as the Democratic Executive Director of the Tourism and Recreational Development Committee within the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. Danielle identifies policy issues that directly impact Pennsylvania’s second largest industry, Tourism.

Danielle is a 2009 cum laude graduate of Spelman College, where she received a B.A. in English. Danielle was featured in the Spring 2019 edition of the Spelman Messenger, the official magazine of Spelman College. Danielle was featured alongside Stacey Abrams and other alumnae in 15 states and 30 cities across the nation and abroad. Danielle was named one of, “Spelman’s Political Warriors,” an influencer in advocacy, government, and public policy.

In 2012, Danielle received her Master’s degree in Public Administration from the Pennsylvania State University. Danielle was appointed to Harrisburg City Council in October 2018. Danielle was elected to Harrisburg City Council to serve a four-year term in November 2019. She is the former Building and Housing Committee Chair. Danielle was elected by her peers to serve as President of Harrisburg City Council for the 2022-2023 term. She currently serves as the Administration Committee Chair.

  • Affordable Housing

    In 2021, Danielle introduced the Affordable Housing Legislative Package—the largest legislative package in City Council history—passed nearly unanimously. Danielle will continue to prioritize access for all to safe and affordable housing.

  • Economic Development

    Danielle actively promotes local, small, women, and minority owned businesses in the city on a weekly basis by sharing, “weekend events,” on her social media pages. Danielle will continue to assist in improving access to jobs, resources for additional training, and other opportunities to contribute to the City of Harrisburg in meaningful ways.

  • Public Safety

    Danielle believes in the need for public safety through police, fire, and codes enforcement. Danielle will continue to support public safety measures that will assist in ensuring all residents feel protected.

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