Mayor Cherelle L. Parker did propose a $1-per-ride surcharge on ride-hailing trips that begin and end in Philadelphia as part of her 2024–2025 budget proposal, and the administration projected it would raise about $48 million annually. The revenue was tied to preserving roughly 340 school-related jobs (such as school crossing guards and other positions) that would otherwise be cut. The statement accurately reflects the proposal and its projected fiscal and employment impacts.

Mayor Cherelle Parker did propose a $1-per-ride surcharge on ride-hailing trips starting and ending in Philadelphia in early 2024, projecting $48 million annually to save about 340 school jobs. The statement accurately reflects that proposal.

The mayor announced a $1-per-ride surcharge on ride‑hailing trips that start and end in Philadelphia, estimating it would generate roughly $48 million per year and be used to retain about 340 school‑related positions, matching reported proposals.