PHILADELPHIA— Mayor Jim Kenney has released the following statement regarding Aramark’s recent announcement that their global headquarters will remain in Philadelphia.

“We’re ecstatic that Aramark has made the decision to keep its global headquarters in Philadelphia.  The company provides about 6,500 jobs in the city, and we’re glad to know that in considering the many elements of a potential relocation, including a healthy business environment, access to talent, costs, diversity, transportation, quality of life and others, the city of Philadelphia remains the best option.”