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Philadelphia City Council authorized hearings on November 12 to examine the Sheriff’s Office amid concerns over property-sale funds, delayed deeds and courthouse security. The hearings are intended to consider reforms, not abolish the office.On November 12, Philadelphia City Council authorized hearings into the Sheriff’s Office after concerns over $20 million in undistributed sale proceeds, delayed deeds and courthouse security. The review will examine reforms, not abolish the office.Philadelphia City Council authorized hearings on November 12 to examine the Sheriff’s Office, including an audit finding $20 million in undistributed proceeds and longstanding staffing gaps. Council President Kenyatta Johnson said the goal is reform, not abolition.