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Williams has vowed to restore regular street cleaning as Mayor.

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… seen here being congratulated by Republican City Committee’s Exec. Dir. Joe DeFelice and Chairman State Rep. John Taylor.

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Skepticism Surrounds Convention Center Claim Of Reduced Labor Costs

While the Pennsylvania Convention Center released a report claiming lower labor costs at this year’s Auto Show compared to last year’s, a contractor who worked both shows says “that’s just not true.”

The contractor who asked that his name not be used for fear of reprisal from management said, “this year’s Auto Show was much smaller than last year’s show. There were at least 60% fewer platforms and booths this year than last

year. So it makes sense that labor costs would go down.”

Th Metropolitan Regional Council of Carpenters also questioned the accuracy of the report.

Carpenters’ Union spokesman Martin O’Rourke said, “It makes perfect sense that if you build a 10-story high-rise one year and a 5story high-rise the next, your labor costs will go down.

That’s not rocket science.”

“With a smaller show this year than last, it’s ludicrous for the Convention Center

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to claim the reduced labor costs were the result of new work rules,” said O’Rourke.

O’Rourke called the Convention Center’s comparison between this year’s and last year’s Auto Shows “totally inaccurate and a pathetic PR stunt to deceive the public by trying to put a positive spin on a bad and deteriorating situation. Their numbers make no sense.”

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The Stagehands Union, new to the Convention Center, handled this year’s show.

Quoting excerpts from a story in the Philadelphia Business Journal by reporter Fran Hilario, the contractor commented on the labor situation inside the center, saying, “They’re putting their own PR spin on it to disguise how bad the labor situation is in there.

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“Half of the contractors’ jobs went over budget and basic booths that once required two men and six hours to complete now required four men and almost a full day to complete. The skill of the workforce in general has really diminished.

“Contractors are basically paying to train labor on site while trying to make a profit on shows that require the utmost efficiency because of time constraints,” he said.

The Philadelphia Public Record heard similar comments from another contractor who worked this year’s and past auto shows. He too questioned the accuracy of the Convention Center’s claim, saying, “it’s pretty lame to go around beating your chest about lower labor costs that resulted from a smaller show.

“We heard rumors months ago that the show would be much smaller structurally because the Carpenters wouldn’t be here to do the job right. Management figured less structures, the less chance of the Stagehands screwing up,” he said.

“Basically all labor calls doubled to ensure work was completed on schedule,” adding, “50% of labor jobs going over budget,” he said.

“They’re taking much, much longer to do the work because they don’t know how. It’s costing exhibitors more to put on shows at the Pennsylvania Convention Center and management is trying to cover it all up by putting out these bogus reports and telling us all to keep our mouths shut or we’re out too.”

As the papal visit nears and the Democratic National Committee prepares to hold its 2016 convention here, professional planners and local contractors are holding their breaths, hoping for the best.

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Martina White Republican Victor In 170th District

by Joe Shaheeli In the campaign fiercely waged by both Democrat Sarah DelRicci and Republican Martina White to take take the 170th General Assembly seat and fill the unexpired term of former State Rep. Brendan Boyle, veteran political activist Harold Rosenthal, a voter in the district, likened it to a political blitzkrieg.

He reported, “Each side mailed seven oversized, professionally designed pasteboards to every district voter.

Robocalls flooded the voters from 10th Dist. Councilman Brian O’Neill, Gov. Ed Rendell, Lt. Gov. Mike Stack, as well as three separate calls from the Governor.”

In his division, he added, “A rally was held for Sarah DelRicci complete with music, sound, flatbed truck,

Ed Rendell and Jonathan Saidel. The quality of their speeches could help to elect a President. Other speakers were union leaders.”

Despite answering doors to find the candidates, volunteers and election workers, especially over the weekend, turnout was low.

Martina White, though handicapped by a Democratic 2.1-to-1 registration over Republicans, registered a decisive win over Sarah DelRicci, 3,536 to 2,802. Over 36,000 were eligible to vote.

Adjacent State Rep. Kevin Boyle (D-Northeast), the brother of Congressman Boyle, noted registration numbers may be deceiving. Many voters in that district register as Democrats to have more say in primaries, he said, but lean Republican. “It’s naturally a D+6% district, he said The City’s Republican Party needed this victory to

give it the legitimacy it sought in the eyes of Rob Gleason and the GOP state leadership which had financially sustained the two-year effort by the city GOP to reorganize itself into a more-combative force. Gleason said, “Congratulations to Martina White on becoming the first newly elected Republican to hold a Philadelphia-based State House seat in 25 years. Her strong work ethic and background in finance helped Martina to earn the support of the voters.”

Labor played a major role.

In the words of DC 21 leader Joseph Ashdale, “Labor now has another friendly voice in the Republican dominated House of Representatives.”

Normally united in supporting Democrats for General Assembly seats, this time a strong segment moved their forces behind Martina White.

These included IUPAT DC

21, AFSCME District Council 47, FOP, Fire Fighters, the Fraternal Order of Police State Lodge, Transit Workers Union Local 234 and at least 10 other locals as well as PEG-PAC and the Pennsylvania Business Council. Local Republican leaders such as City GOP Chairman State Rep. John Taylor, Council Members Denny O’Brien and Brian O’Neill, former Supreme Court Justice Ron Castille, and Sam Katz helped beat the drums of war.

GOP City Committee Exec. Dir. Joe DeFelice said he was “impressed at the support given Martina White by many ward leaders from outside the district who turned up to help bring out voters identified as Republican or Republican-leaning.”

Reports circulated that dissatisfaction among Democrats

within the 170th, attributed to an in-house controversy over DelRicci’s selection, may have slowed down their efforts election day.

White will be sworn in immediately to serve out the remainder of the term. Whether or not DelRicci will challenge her in the next general election for the 170th is not a given at this time.

“I will remain focused on what’s important to the Northeast’s working families and seniors: good jobs and safe neighborhoods. To receive the endorsement of even more organizations dedicated to these same goals speaks loudly to voters that I’ll do what I’ve promised,” White said.

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She also has withstood a challenge to her nominating petition signatures.

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It’s a free for all, but the majority of ward leaders in the caucus have indicated they will continue to support Morales.

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ommendations, and as Mayor, it will be a top priority. In particular, strengthening our civilian-oversight body, the Police Advisory Commission, and diversifying our police force are essential for transparency and reestablishing community trust and partnership.

“I call on all candidates for Mayor to publicly support all of the commission’s recommendations, and commit to its full implementation.”

Williams is the second to go on television with a campaign, but is the first to finance his own commercials.

Challenger Jim Kenney’s candidacy was promoted last week with a PAC sponsored video ad. Williams broke the spell Jim Kenney had for a long time on the LGBT vote.

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(Cont. From Page 4) Nesby said, “Jim Kenney has fought time and again to provide Philadelphia police officers with the resources they need not only to keep our city safe, but also to create real community policing programs. From securing updated equipment to supporting focused deterrence, Jim has proved he understands the social and physical challenges of urban policing. We look forward to working with him to continue reforming programs that in the past have created a divide between police and the neighborhoods they serve.”

Kenney added, “As the son of a firefighter, I have a special appreciation for the sacrifices these men and women make by putting their lives on the line every day to protect our city. As Mayor, I will work with police leadership

and the rank and file to end practices like stop-and-frisk that drive a wedge between citizens and police. We must create a culture where Philadelphians respect their officers and feel that every officer also respect their rights.”

He also received an endorsement from Neighborhood Networks, a citywide organization that helps to elect progressive candidates and enact progressive policies announced their endorsement of Jim Kenney for Mayor.

Networks Chair Gloria Gilman said, “As a City Council Member, he championed ethics and campaign finance reform, an end to the school-to-prison pipeline, as well as an increase in the minimum wage. Neighborhood Networks looks forward to working with him as Mayor to ensure all of Philadelphia’s neighborhoods are included in our City’s progress.”

Kenney put his best foot forward this week with the release of his Good Government Paper, hoping his program

TWU Local 234 Backs Lee Commissioner Dennis Lee, Democratic candidate for Philadelphia

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another turning point in the City of Philadelphia.”

Díaz Has School Funding Plan Judge Nelson Díaz has presented a 10-page school-funding plan to create a total of $315 million a year in new recurring revenue right away and $640-700 million a year in new long-term recurring revenue. The plan includes eight major new funding sources, and two-thirds of the expected revenue and seven of the eight sources of revenue are generated locally.

“None of these ideas is earth-shattering, and many of them have been discussed for decades,” said Judge Díaz.

“This is a realistic look at what it will take to turn our schools around and build a world-class education system.

With this plan, we’ll have the resources we need to reverse the decline in our schools since the state takeover and lay the foundation for our future as a city.”

Judge Nelson Díaz was endorsed this week by the Latino Victory Fund, a national nonpartisan organization dedicated to electing progressive Latino candidates. The LVF is run by Henry Munoz III, National Finance Committee Chair for the Democratic National Committee, and actress Eva Longoria.

“We are proud to endorse Nelson Díaz for Mayor of Philadelphia,” said Cristóbal Alex, president of the Latino Victory Fund. “Nelson’s record as a civil rights activist and a dutiful public servant with over four decades of experience speaks to his character and level of commitment to lifting all Philadelphians up.

Nelson became the first Puerto Rican to be accepted to the Pennsylvania bar in 1973 – and has broken barriers ever since. We look forward to supporting his bid to become the first Latino mayor of the City of Brotherly Love.” Diaz also released a web video, called “City of Opportunity,” highlighting his career as a civil-rights activist and his plan to start building a better Philadelphia.

Derek Green Receives Major Endorsements City Council at-Large candidate Derek Green, Esq. received three major endorsements from Gas Workers Local 686, Transport Workers Union Local 234 and the Philadelphia Fire Fighters’ Union Local 22.

As former Special Counsel to Councilwoman Marian B. Tasco, Deputy City Solicitor and Assistant District Attorney, Green has worked throughout Philly to address issues confronting the City.

Candidates! Be Smart!

Be first to be a guest on the popular “The Bloom Report” Warren Bloom, former candidate for several offices in this city, and well-known television and internet host, has again begun his popular candidate interview show “The Bloom Report”.

“The Bloom Report” airs Saturday mornings at 7 a.m.

Sunday evening at 8 p.m. on WTVE on Comcast Channel 25 and on TV Channel 51. He invites all candidates, for every office, to join him for guest interview promoting their candidacies. Warren’s candidates interviewed, from governor and including other offices, have done well, with 95% elected.

He is scheduling tapings for candidates during this next two weeks and will air them beginning Feb. 28. Candidates are taped for short interviews which include production of 15 second ads to run three times each show.

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Councilwoman Bass Stops Rape Of YWCA

by Joe Shaheeli The Germantown YWCA, a wreck and a half, stands alongside Vernon Park in Germantown, testimony to the fact millions of dollars invested in it by the City and various nonprofits have gone everywhere else but to this historical relic.

Because of years of neglect, while the money was misspent, it became the home of derelicts and poachers.

It’s been rescued this time by 8th Dist. Councilwoman Cindy Bass, who pulled a trick out of her district budget to begin the road to recovery for the century-old neighborhood landmark. She also has gotten additional money to help the rejuvenation from the Redevelopment Authority, bringing the total to roughly $4 million in city funding.

She is using $2.2 million in funds remaining in the district’s capital dollars from the old Neighbourhood Transformation Initiative, and through her efforts has gotten approval from the Redevelopment Authority for an additional $1.8 million.

The Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority, which owns the four-story property, will supply the additional $1.8 million, said Bass.

“Once we found out the YWCA was not imminently dangerous, we knew the building was going to be able to be saved,” she said.

“We’re all very excited.”

Including Yvonne Haskins, who helped collect hundreds of petition signatures after forming Friends to Save The Germantown YWCA.

Squatters, fires and vandals have all left their mark on the building since it was shuttered in 2006. The landlord was the same RDA, which paid $1.3 million for a very-stable and marketable property that same year, planning to hold the mortgage for a nonprofit developer. When that deal collapsed, the RDA did nothing with the property for nine years, neither securing it nor marketing it during that period.

A Request for Proposal was issued last year, but only one proposal, for 50 units of senior housing, was submitted. The PRA rejected the project because it didn’t have Bass’ support.

This year, Bass said a half-dozen developers have already reached out about the project. “There’s a lot of interest out there,” she said. “They see that Germantown is on the rise and they want to be part of it.”

Any project will require a considerable investment, even with the aid of a subsidy like low-income tax credits.

Bass has also announced a groundbreaking at adjacent Vernon Park to begin a $1.2 million makeover that includes new lighting, pathway improvements and new children’s playground equipment, including restoration of historic monuments and statues.

She has pledged to keep the YWCA on her front burner, avoiding the pitfalls plaguing its past.

“Having this building now being brought back to life just fits in perfectly with what was already planned,” said Andy Trackman, exec-

utive director of Germantown United CDC. Bass has served notice she will not wait for the RDA to proceed at the slow pace it did before her intervention.

“While we await the Request for Proposals to be issued by the Pennsylvania Redevelopment Authority this spring, I will continue to speak with local developers and discuss their bold and unique visions for Germantown.

“Some of the concepts suggested thus far include full market-rate condominiums and/or rental units, office space, retail options and recreation uses,” she reported. “These suggestions have been presented both individually and in various combinations, and I am excited about the possibilities ahead. We are seeking developers that have the capacity to move quickly, who have a plan to involve the community in the process, and who take into account the importance of environmental sustainability. The RFP will be an open and transparent process, with an emphasis on preservation.”

The physical state of the vacant building was in rapid decline after sustaining multiple fires. Bass balked at developer Ken Weinstein’s plan to redevelop it into a space for nonprofits and low-income senior housing.

“We have to be thoughtful and deliberate about development in Germantown – just as we have in Mt. Airy and Chestnut Hill.

Nothing less will be acceptable,” Bass affirmed.

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You cannot blame the politicians.

The 170th State House Dist. in the Far Northeast was pounded for weeks by both parties seeking to fill the seat vacated

by Brendan Boyle on his way to Congress. By last Tuesday, residents should have become aware there was an open seat. They should have known that anyone, even registered independents, could cast a ballot in this special election.

Yet only 17% of those registered to vote actually did so.

Apathy we can understand. Some people just don’t care about voting. But it baffles us why anyone who bothers to register for the most-basic democratic privilege of all should then go out and skip a hotly contested election.

Especially for the Pennsylvania General Assembly. Our lives are not ruled exclusively from Washington or City Hall. What happens at the state level matters hugely to everyday life in Philadelphia. This city needs voices, good voices, the right voices in Harrisburg.

Sarah DelRicci and Martina White presented a clear choice in how best to represent us on Capitol Hill. We commend both of them for doing so.

We also commend those 170th Dist. constituents who made the effort to vote. Now we ask them: Next time, resolve to bring one of your non-voting neighbors with you! Anyone who can run to Wawa for milk, can find the time to vote.

L etters • Le tter s • Le tte rs • Let t er s

Prisoner Needs A Job I am seeking information of reentry jobs for ex-prisoners upon release.

I will vacate (God willing) prison life in 2016 near the beginning of the year and my first goal is to get a cold, original Mountain Dew -- and then employment.

This is the first step in survival of outside living; clothes are second. Food is easy with commissary items.

I need a direction. I am close to Harrisburg, Pa. so info on that area would be best. It could be out of state. I have no home address. Last time in Philly was 2002. Uncle died in Jan. 2014;

mother left on Apr. 16, 2014; family is leaving; so I must keep on moving.

The staff here is telling prisoners it cannot assist with papers for welfare (public-assistance checks or grants). We have to deal with it upon being released into the streets.

This is the cold reality of how prisoners are treated by society.

We see how they treat our war veterans – not too well either.

Well, ma’am, I need more than “lip service.” I can (will) work. Just need a “compass.”

With a job, the rest is easy.

I look forward to what help you can give me. My mentalhealth stability score is “A” normal.

Kenneth Leach ED. NOTE: If your prison allows you internet access, or if a friend or family member can print it for you, there is a handy manual which will help. It is called Pennsylvania Reentry Survival Manual, A Manual for People Leaving Prison and is based on the experiences of those who left or were leaving prison.

Best of luck! We support people who want to better themselves and reenter society with a positive outlook.

Greenlee’s Legislation Wrong In response to Councilman Bill Greenlee’s opinion about the proposal for immigration legislation in the City of Philadelphia “Immigration-Services Fraud: A Perfect Crime”, Jan. 1, 2015) – with all due respect, by adding more legislation you are complicating the matter more and more.

The problem with immigration is not the people who deceive “our poor immigrants.” There is enough deceit in all sorts of businesses, the least of which is immigration.

The problem stems from USCIS and its cumulative complex code. On several occasions I have called the U.S Citizenship & Immigration Services and spoken with officers who did not know how to apply the law.

A lot of immigrants come to the United States not for the beautiful weather we have here, or the money they can make; they are running away from political and religious persecution, only to find persecution in the application of immigration law.

Please direct your forces to lobby Congress to simplify the code so they may understnad it.

James Hanna, Immigration Advocate

Mar. 26- GOP Breakfast Series, at Racquet Cl., 215 S 16th St. , open 7:15 a.m., Speaker David Thornburgh, President, Committee of Seventy, 7:45 a.m. Free.

Mar. 26- State Rep. Leslie Acosta hosts 197 Oportunidades Para Trabajar: Opportunities to Work at Lenfest Ctr., 3890 N. 10th St., 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Résumé-writing workshop 9:30 a.m., interview skills 10:30 a.m. Dress professionally, bring résumés.

For info (215) 457-5281.

Mar. 26- Marissa Brumbach is hosted Fundraiser for Judge at Ocean Prime, 124 S. 15th (at Sansom), 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Beer, wine, soda, hors d’oeuvres. $200 up. RSVP Janine Brumbach Snavely, Treasurer, at MarissaBrumbachForJudge@gmail.com or Madeline (215) 514-1414.

Mar. 26- Al Schmidt hosts Fundraiser at North Bowl, 909

N. 2nd St., 5:30-7:30 p.m.

RSVP and get free t-shirt.

Contributions $100.

Mar. 26- Universal Muslim Business Ass’n hosts Networking Mixer at Masjidullah Ctr. for Excellence, 7401 Limekiln Pk., 6-8 p.m. Members free, non-registered guests $15.

Mar. 26- Pete Lyde hosts Question & Answer Judicial Candidates Forum at Beckett Life Ctr., 1410 N. 16th St., 69 p.m. Supported by Mothers in Charge. Light refreshments, limited seating. Free.

Candidates by invitation only.

For info Pete (267) 303-3203 or petesoreal@aol.com.

Mar. 26- 12th Ward Democrats host Fundraiser/Social at Treasures, 5549 Germantown Ave., 7-9 p.m. Refreshments.

Donation $75. Checks payable to 12th Ward Democratic Exec.

Committee, 221 Wenona St., Phila., PA 19144.

Mar. 26- State Rep. Vanessa Brown hosts Community Briefing at Christian Stronghold Ch., 4701 Lancaster Ave., 7-9 p.m. Featuring Councilwoman Jannie Black-

well, Police Captain Altovise Love-Craighead and former City Deputy Commissioner Dennis Lee. For info (215) 870-6615.

Mar. 26- 27th Ward Democratic Committee hosts Candidates Night at USciences, Rosenberger Ha., 43rd & Kingsessing Mall, 7:30-9 p.m.

For info Carol Jenkins (267) 303-0542.

Mar. 27- Civic Flag Day 120th anniversary, 12-1:30 p.m. ceremony at 12:30 p.m. sharp at Rocky Steps, Art Museum with Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey and more.

Mar. 27- Birthday Fundraiser hosted for Sharif Street at Let Out Banquet Ha., 1621 Cecil B. Moore Ave., VIP Reception 6 p.m., Party 7:30 p.m.

Young Friends $50, Friends $100, Long-Time Friends $500, BFFs $2,500.

Mar. 28- Republican City Committee hosts At-Large City Council Debate at German Soc. of Penna., 611 Spring Garden St., 9 a.m.-12 m.

Mar. 29- 53rd & 35th Wards (Cont. Page 14)

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Seniority For Pols?

The Republicans that control the State Legislature want teachers’-union concessions surrounding seniority rules.

Seniority is a “common-courtesy” right provided to individuals based upon their years of service.

If stripping seniority rules are such a good thing, then let’s review the General Assembly’s seniority rules and maybe they could be improved upon.

Mayer Krain, N.E. Phila.

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McCabe Gears Up Sestak Walking Across Pa. Derek And VIP Ladies

ENDORSEMENTS stoke Chris McCabe for Common Pleas judge campaign. Chris, second from left, is seen at his Ethical Society campaign kickoff with brother Gerard McCabe; Henry Donner, Esq., chairman, and supporter Kathy LittlePhoto by Joe Stivala wood.

Pushing For Ori

DEMOCRATIC US senatorial candidate Joe Sestak’s walking tour across Penna. found him doing well and walking well in Lancaster, where he was photographed with supporters in front of Martin Luther King ES. ENJOYING reception at Founding Fathers bar boosting 2nd Dist. Council candidate Ori Feibush were judicial candidate Josh Hill, Atiya Groomes, Council-at-Large candidate Barbara Capozzi and Minh Nguyen.

THESE LADIES made Derek Green, candidate for City Council at Large, center of attraction at reception in Germantown. They include Lyris Younge, Common Pleas candidate; Carmen Hughes, wife of 17th Ward Leader; Sharon Vaughn, Council Chief of Staff, Mrs. Derek Green and judge Photo by Joe Stivala Stephanie Sawyer.

Sabatina Promotes Joseph Guerra

N.E. WARD LEADER John Sabatina, Sr. beams as he busily escorts his candidate for Council at Large Joseph Guerra at several events.

Candidates Woo Parkinson’s 57th Ward

HOST Democratic 57th Ward Leader Patrick THOUGH Pat Parkinson’s 57th Ward is tucked in Far Northeast, its events were Parkinson welcomes Teamsters Local 830 chief easily found by these citywide and judicial candidates … all of whom in this picture Dan Grace and fellow Ward Leader Dan Savage WARD LEADER Pat Parkinson pulls together some of his committee people for this “family” photo. to his annual pre-election gala. are by now well familiar to Public Record readers.

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Two Busy Weeks Of Interviews, Decision This Saturday!

INTENSE concentration on candidate data marked two meetings of Democratic Policy Committee at 2nd & Spring Garden Streets HQ, meeting all candidates who sought endorsement. Policy Committee meets this Saturday to make recommendations to City Committee’s ward leaders for their endorsement for mayoral, citywide offices and judicial candidates. Above, Party Chairman Congressman Bob Brady, center, chairs committee. Photo by Joe Stivala OMAR SABIR, candidate for City Commissioner, right, waits for his turn to address Democratic Policy Committee. Supporting him are two cousins, 22nd Ward Leader Ron Couser and Ryan Boyer, leader of Laborers District Council and new Chairman of the Delaware River Port Authority. Photo by Joe Stivala

JUDICIAL candidates seeking Policy Committee endorsement were Christopher DiCicco, Dawn Tancredi, and unchallenged candidate for Register of Wills Ron Donatucci.

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CANDIDATES and supporters responding for interviews by Democratic City Committee included Councilman Wilson Goode; mayoral candidates Nelson Díaz and Lynne Abraham; Jimmy Harrity and Eleanor Dezzi, campaign consultants; William Higgins, business manager of Local 57; and Councilmen at Large Ed Neilson and Bill Greenlee.

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COUNCILMAN AT LARGE Ed Neilson is seeking his first full term with aid of friends such as, from left, Lisa Deeley, Council President Darrell Clarke, his brother Todd Neilson and Ward Leader Pat Parkinson.

SHOWING strong support for City Commissioner candidate Lisa Deeley at fundraiser in her honor were Ward Leader Roseanne Pauciello, Joe Vignola, Deeley, Sheriff Jewell Williams, Director of Sheriff’s Real Estate & Settlement Division Rick Tyer and State Sen. Larry Farnese.

STRONG team behind Councilman Ed Neilson’s reelection campaign are, from left, Lisa Deeley, Neilson, Congressman Brendan Boyle and Council President Darrell Clarke.

FIRMLY in Lisa Deeley’s corner at Palm Restaurant funder were, from left, Bill Cobb, Rasheed Odrick, City Controller Alan Butkovitz and political consultant Maurice Floyd.

Casey, Philly Educators Push for Universal Pre-K

US SEN. Bob Casey held a press conference at Parent Infant Center in W. Phila. to push for his early-care and education legislation.

Joining him were supporters, from left, Carol Jenkins, candidate for City Commission in Philadelphia, and State Rep. Jim Roebuck, who represents W. Philly district and serves as minority chair of the EdPhoto by Bonnie Squires ucation Committee in state legislature.

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“WALK IN HER SHOES” celebrating women and sharing their journey was draw for than 650 women and men attending high-energy Madam CJ Walker Awards, Scholarship Luncheon and Economic Development Seminar at Phila. City Avenue Hilton. Leaders at event included Luncheon Chair Alicia Burbage, Penna. Chapter President Robyn Younger, NC100BW National President Michele Emery and Luncheon Co-Chair LaJewel Harrison.

Neilson Goes For Broke Deeley Celebrates At Palm

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Tuesday night, the Philadelphia Republican Party picked up a Pennsylvania House seat for the first time in 25 years.

Financial advisor MARTINA WHITE not only beat her Democratic opponent SARAH DelRICCI, but trounced her 56-44% in order to win the honor to serve House Dist. 170.

White’s victory party was held at the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 5’s Hall. The room had over 300 people. She claimed victory shortly after 9 p.m. Her family, CAMPAIGN MGR. WILL PATTERSON, Parking Authority EXEC. DIR. VINCE FENERTY and Republican City Committee EXEC. DIR. JOE DeFELICE joined her on the stage.

In her speech White stated, “We focused on the issues that matter to real people. And by doing that, we emerged victorious.” STATE REP. and RCC CHAIRMAN JOHN TAYLOR also addressed the crowd, as did FOP PRESIDENT JOHN McNESBY. ROB GLEASON, the Chairman of the Republican Party of Pennsylvania, was at the victory party and had been working on the campaign throughout the day.

Although voter registration in this district is 2-1 Democratic, this seat was held for years by retired Republican STATE REP. GEORGE KENNEY, indicating that many Democrats in the area are willing to vote for the right Republican. White was the right candidate as she received the endorsement of many labor unions, including the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 5, IATT 22 Philadelphia Firefighters, IUPAT District Council 21 and Teamsters Local 500, to name a few. PAGOP and the State House Republican (Cont. Page 16)

While education is at the top of the list in terms of issues being bandied about in this year’s Mayor and City Council races, the state of police/community relations in the city is certainly in the Top Five.

It always has been because, let’s face it, the relationship between the citizens of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Police Dept. has always been, for want of a better way to put it, rocky.

From the police departments of the Rizzo years that liked to do things like subject members of the Black Panthers to stripsearches, to Philadelphia’s bearing the distinction of being the only city that has ever used a bomb as an eviction notice (the MOVE confrontation is 30 years old this year, by the way), the Dept. of Justice has spent its share of time here in Philadelphia.

On Monday, the COPS (Community Oriented Policing Services) office of the DOJ released a report that looked at officer-involved shootings in the Philadelphia Police Dept.

Philadelphia is one of only three police departments in the country to undergo a review like this, the other two being Las Vegas and Spokane, Wash.

That’s the good news. You can’t fix your problems if you don’t know what they are. By putting this report together, COPS has pointed out some problems with the Police Dept. in the area of officer involved shootings.

But the bad news is, there are 48 problems, 91 suggestions, and a realization that, at least according to the DOJ, there’s a whole lot of officer-involved shooting going on.

According to the report, 540 officers fired at folks 364 (Cont. Page 16)

Yo! Here we go again with this; read it slowly. It’s about the winter of life.

Time has a way of moving quickly and catching you unaware. It seems just yesterday that I was young, just married and embarking on my new life with my mate. Yet in a way, it seems like eons ago, and I wonder where all the years went. I know that I lived them all. I have glimpses of how it was back then and of all my hopes and dreams. But, here it is – the winter of my life, and it catches me by surprise. Where did the years go and where did my youth go?

I remember well seeing older people and thinking they were years away from me and that winter was so far off I could not fathom it or imagine fully what it would be like. But here it is. My friends are retired and getting gray. They move slower. Some are in better and some worse shape than me. But I see the great change. Not like the ones that I remember who were young and vibrant. But, like me, their age is beginning to show and we are now those older folks that we used to see and never thought we’d be.

Each day now, I find that just getting a shower is a real target for the day! And taking a nap is not a treat anymore – it’s mandatory! Because if I don’t nap of my own free will, I just fall asleep where I sit! And so as I enter into this new season of my life unprepared for all the aches and pains and the loss of strength and ability to go and do things that I wish I had done but never did!

But, at least I know, that though the winter has come, and I’m not sure how long it will last – this I know, that when it’s over on this earth. It’s not over. A new adventure will begin!

Yes, I have regrets. There are things I wish I hadn’t done, and things I should have done; but indeed, there are many things I’m happy to have done. It’s all in a lifetime.

So if you’re not in your winter yet, let me remind you it will be here faster than you think. Whatever you would like to accomplish in your life, please do it quickly! Don’t put things off too long! Life goes by quickly. Do what you can today, as you can never be sure whether this is your winter or not!

You have no promise that you will see all the seasons of your life. So live for today and say all the things that you want your loved ones to remember. And hope they appreciate and love you for all the things that you have done for them in all the years past!

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I was reading about the 20-month sentence for Willie Singletary handed down by federal Judge Stengel. The judge spoke of a “diseased political system.” It sounded like the long sentence speech given to defendant Robert MULGREW. I wondered how many years the judge had taken to study the local politics. Not very long, I guess, given his busy work schedule.

So how do they come up with these terms about our political system? I hope it is not from reading the newspapers. Singletary was not part of a political system. He drew number-1 ballot position, almost a GUARANTEE of election. He was NOT a party selectee…. The “disease” might be a system that pushes statistic-based convictions (?). I have been told to read Three Felonies a Day by Harvey Silvergate and Alan Dershowitz, and Licensed to Lie by Sidney Powell. The Economist, some time back, wrote of a book – I think it was called something like Must Do Six Indictments a Day (?). I will check them out.

It is refreshing to not have to read about the KANEWILLIAMS SAGA this week! It is up to the high court know to resolve the Kane-leak malarkey. (The alleged DA leak could be resolved by a local judge in the trial of a lawmaker). If Winston Churchill had watched this months-long comic opera, he might have called it a GATHERING STORM: A DEMOLITION of NEEDED cooperation between law-enforcement agencies – cooperating TO FIGHT CRIME for we who ELECTED them.... HONORABLE JUSTICES of the State Supreme Court, as you review this matter, bind up the wounds. End this GREAT DISTRACTION. Ensure that none run for an office (Cont. Page 13)

STATE SEN. ANTHONY WILLIAMS leads the mayoral fundraising race in the early reports. All the pundits snickered the amount of money raised by the candidates was a pittance compared to previous elections. But it looks like Williams will once again be funded by his close allies in the education-reform movement, including JOEL GREENBERG. He raised $5.6 million for Williams’ 2010 gubernatorial campaign. Expectations are he will at least match that number for this election. Williams is clearly the frontrunner but also offers a coherent and unified vision for the city of Philadelphia. Recently, former GOV. ED RENDELL was seen lunching with Williams and they appeared very friendly together. Rendell has been increasing his participation in local politics of late. Rendell’s poll numbers are still through the roof throughout the city and an alliance between Rendell and Williams would be formidable.

Probably Williams’ most-formidable opposition for the Mayoral nomination comes from former CITY COUNCILMAN JIM KENNEY. Kenney will be the candidate for most of the unions and is backed by Local 98’s JOHN DOUGHERTY. Williams will have union support, but MIKE NUTTER won the nomination by a landslide with very little union support. LYNNE ABRAHAM continues to be the wild card. She has a significant following and can take votes away from Kenney.

LT. GOV. MIKE STACK was able to break a tie on the paycheck-protection bill that groups have been salivating at the mouth to get enacted. The legislation takes away unions’ ability to deduct dues from workers’ paychecks. In the Pennsylvania Senate, Stack broke the 24-to-24 tie to defeat this legislation. Teamsters national PRESIDENT JIMMY HOFFA is coming to Pennsylvania to thank Stack personally at the Teamsters convention in Hershey in April. Teamsters Local 830 PRESIDENT DANIEL GRACE swears the scholarship dinner will be the best ever.

The Teamsters have been raising money for kids of members to attend college. Thanks to Grace’s leadership, Local 830 has helped hundreds of young people afford higher education.

Actor TONY DANZA returned to Northeast HS for the school’s talent show. Danza has been raising funds for theater and other extracurricular programs. He has championed public-education funding. He was joined at the show by former STATE SEN. BOB ROVNER and developer CARL DRANOFF.

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PUTTING their chips on Councilman Bill Greenlee at Bethany Mission Gallery were, from left, Jeff Pustizzi, Devin Toobey, Neil Collins and Kristopher Wood.

(Cont. From Page 12) Life is a gift to you. The way you live your life is your gift to those who come after. Make it a fantastic one.

Lastly, consider the following: Today is the oldest you’ve ever been, yet the youngest you’ll ever be; enjoy this day, then, while it lasts. Have a great day!

Record publisher JIM TAYOUN, ageless wonder!

Rainy PADEMETRIOU, judicial candidate, was featured in a float during the Greek Independence Parade. A sign of high esteem.... Ted CRUZ for President? God save the Republic!

POLS are scrambling to find out who the MYSTERY candidate challenger is. He has CHALLENGED several judicial nominating petitions. Is he with a group? WHICH group?... An editorial noted

mayoral candidates had not given their positions on issues.

But many have. Nelson DIAZ has done exhaustive work on improving education. A writer gave Diaz’s ideas no chance. It won’t be easy, true, but the future of our kids is worth it. Now Gov. WOLF just took office.

Yet the Commonwealth Foundation writes that he negotiates union contracts behind closed doors. This is how it is done.

The transparency demand is hot air.

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Laborers’ District Council promotes a safe work environment, jobs completed on time and on budget, and represents union members, who are well trained, productive, professional, and take pride in their work. Union labor…building better and safer communities in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery Counties.

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Allow us to continue the work that we are in (crime-fighting). Justices, please MAKE US WHOLE and RESPECTED again.

Get well to Kerry BRYAN, military historian, who is nursing a broken clavicle! Birthday greetings to Jimmy HARRITY, campaign consultant to Marnie LOUGHREY for Council at Large.... And to Rich LAZER, aide de camp to Jim KENNEY, and to new State Rep. Mike DRISCOLL! Also to lovely Marissa BRUMBACH, judicial candidate....

Yesterday was the birthday for Chef and traveler Jeff HORNSTEIN, and TODAY is Councilman Bill GREENLEE’S birthday – a guy who deserves reelection! It is also the birthday of the Philadelphia Public

CITY COMMISSION candidate Omar Sabir meets up with host 43rd Ward Leader Emilio Vázquez at Ward event while on campaign trail.

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LOYAL 15th Warders, 60 strong, packed Bethany Mission Gallery in Spring Garden to raise funds for Councilman Bill Greenlee.

Supporters from local artistic community included noted dancer Jeanne Ruddy and host, galleryowner Victor Keen.

Sabir On Campaign Trail

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Greenlee’s Art Of Politics

Page 14 (Cont. From Page 9) Republican Committees host Fundraiser at Reale’s, 7233 Frankford Ave., 2-6 p.m.

Food, beer, wine, soda, dance

& live music by the Blu Dogz with Gary Grisafi. Meet candidates, elected officials, ward leaders and committee people.

Tickets $40. For info Gary (215) 533-1230 or Chuckie (215) 722-3459.

Mar. 29- Aminah & Sultan Shabazz host Fish Fry for City Commission candidate Omar Sabir at Newman’s Grill, 5946 Germantown Ave., 5-9 p.m.

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Mar. 30- Mattioni, Ltd. hosts Fundraiser for Councilman Mark Squilla at 399 Market St., Su. 200, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

R S V P LPerryConsulting@gmail.com or Dan (732) 670-3299.

Mar. 31- Women United for Change host Fundraiser for Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown at Omega Optical, Comcast Ctr., Atrium, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Councilwoman Marian Tasco receives award. Sponsorships: 1st Lady Michelle Obama $2,500, Hon. Hillary Clinton $1,000, Hon. Madeleine Albright $250, General Admission $100, Students & Seniors $50. For info LPerryConsulting@gmail.com or (267) 2752120.

Mar. 31- Sherrie Cohen is hosted Birthday Fundraiser at Tabu Sports Lounge & Bar, 200 S. 12th St., 5:30-8 p.m.

Chair $2,900, Host $1,000, Friend $600, Supporter $260, Tickets $60. Donate online at www.cohen4council.com/contribute or mail check to PO 60194, Phila., PA 19102 payable to “Cohen For Council”, in the memo put “Birthday”.

Mar. 31- United Republican Cl. hosts Republican Party Cigar Night at 3156 Frankford

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Apr. 1- Veterans Concerned Group hosts Meet the Candidates at 5325 Old York Rd., 14 p.m. All veterans are welcome. Free lunch furnished. For info (215) 7964153 or (267) 278-0823.

Apr. 2- Judicial candidate Kai Scott is hosted Fish Fry Fundraiser at Champagne, 21 E. Chelten Ave., 6:30-9 p.m.

Donation $15. Checks payable to “Friends For Kai Scott”.

For info Michael Cogbill (267) 239-3532.

Apr. 2- Young Involved Phila. hosts City Council Candidate Convention at WHYY, 150 N. 6th St. For tickets yip.ticketleap.com.

Apr. 3- 38th Ward Spring Fling Beef & Beer at Franklin’s Pub, 3521 Bowman St., 6:30-9 p.m. Donation $20, Sponsor $250, Friend $100.

Apr. 3- Mike Tomlinson invites all to Multiple Sclerosis Benefit Fundraiser at FOP Ha., 11630 Caroline Rd. , 711 p.m. Tickets $30. Includes food, beer, wine, music. For info Mike (267) 671-8323.

Apr. 4- State Rep. Rosita

Youngblood hosts Community Conversation at Brown’s ShopRite Community Rm., 3400 Fox St., 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

For info (215) 849-6426.

Apr. 4- State Rep. Vanessa Brown hosts Spring Fling & Egg Hunts at Smith Memorial Plg., 3500 Reservoir Dr., E. Fairmount Pk., 4-6 p.m. Arts & crafts, silly-hat parade, healthy-food lessons. For info (215) 870-6615.

Apr. 6- 15th Annual Barbershop Talk Human Family Day Press Conference at City Hall, Mayor’s Reception Rm. 202, 12:30-2 p.m. RSVP by Apr. 1 (215) 879-9935.

Apr. 7- S. Phila HOMES & Pt. Breeze Partnership/Network host 2nd Dist. Council Forum at 1444 Pt. Breeze Ave. For info Claudia Sherrod (215) 334-4430.

Apr. 8- Council candidate Derek Green is hosted Reception at Tiagha & Assoc., 2112 Walnut St., 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Patrons $100, Friends $250, Supporters $500. Checks payable to “The Green Fund”, P.O. Box 497834, Phila., PA 19119. RSVP Kelly Bauer (610) 841-3733 or kbauer@hstreetstrategies.com.

Apr. 8- Jim Kenney is hosted Reception at S. Phila. Tap Rm., 1509 Mifflin St., 5-7 p.m. Platinum $1,000, Gold

$500, Silver $250. For info John (215) 769-5764 or JJL@lpmgcompanies.com Apr. 8- Anthony Williams is hosted Cocktail Reception at Continental Midtown Restaurant, 1801 Chestnut St., VIP 5 p.m., General 6-7 p.m. RSVP rsvp@anthonyhwilliams.com.

Apr. 9- Noam Kugelmass hosts Happy Hour Fundraiser for Jim Kenney at Mugshots Café, 5-6 p.m. Supporters $500, Guests $250, Friends $100, Neighbors $50. RSVP Rich nokugel@gmail.com.

Apr. 9- Councilwoman Cindy Bass hosts Expungement Informational Clinic at Triumph Baptist Ch., Germantown & Hunting Park Aves. 6-8 p.m.

For info (215) 685-9182.

Apr. 9- Phila. Ass’n of Black Journalists, Community Coll. of Phila. and Faculty & Staff Federation present Moving Philadelphia Forward Mayoral Candidates’ Forum at CCP Bonnell Audit., N. 17th St., 67:30 p.m.

Apr. 10- CCP President Dr. Donald Guy Generals and CCP Fdn. President Arlene Yocum host Pathways Magazine Breakfast featuring Fire Commissioner Derrick Sawyer, Ctr. for Business & Industry, Rm. C2-5, 8 a.m. www.ccp.edu/pathways RSVP. (Cont. Page 15)

THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA Sealed proposals will be received by the Office of Capital Programs at the School Administration Building located at 440 North Broad St., 3rd Floor, Suite 371, Office of Capital Programs, Philadelphia, PA 19130-4015, until 2:00 P.M., on Thursday, April 2, 2015. A non-refundable fee for each set of bid documents is as scheduled. The School District will only accept bids from companies that have been placed on its current Pre Qualified Contractors List as shown at philasd.org/capitalbids.

All School District Project require MBE/WBE participation as shown in the specifications.

FEE B-057 C of 2014/15 BUDGET General Contract Penn Treaty HS $135,000.00 $100.00 Asbestos Abatement of 600 E. Thompson Street Basement Hallway Ductwork *A pre-bid conference and site tour will be held at the project location, on Friday, March 20, 2015 at 1:00 p.m.

Specifications and/or plans and contract documents may be examined and copies thereof obtained from the School Reform Commission, 440 North Broad Street, 3rd floor, Philadelphia, PA 19130.

Information as to contract documents, etc., may be obtained at the above address, or telephone 215-400-4730. Make checks payable to the School District of Philadelphia.

The School Reform Commission reserves the right to reject any and all bids and make the awards to the best interests of the School District of Philadelphia.

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STATE REP. Jim Roebuck thanks students from Univ. of Georgia who spent spring break working as volunteers for week with SpArc Phila. clients and serving at art exhibit.

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In The Court of Common Pleas Philadelphia County Civil Action – Law No. 141100195 Notice of Action in Mortgage Foreclosure U.S. Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee for Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates 2004-NP1, Plaintiff vs.

Lucky Construction, Inc., Peter Choi & John Doe or any unknown persons having or claiming an interest or title to the subjected premises, Mortgagors and Real Owners, Defendants To: Lucky Construction, Inc. & John Doe or any unknown persons having or claiming an interest or title to the subjected premises, Mortgagors and Real Owners, Defendant(s) whose last known address is 438 Mercy Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148. This firm is a debt collector and we are attempting to collect a debt owed to our client. Any information obtained from you will be used for the purpose of collecting the debt. You are hereby notified that Plaintiff, U.S. Bank National Association, as Indenture Trustee for Structured Asset Securities Corporation Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates 2004-NP1, has filed a Mortgage Foreclosure Complaint endorsed with a notice to defend against you in the Court of Common Pleas of Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, docketed to No. 141100195, wherein Plaintiff seeks to foreclose on the mortgage secured on your property located, 438 Mercy Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148, whereupon your property will be sold by the Sheriff of Philadelphia County. Notice: You have been sued in court. If you wish to defend against the claims set forth in the following pages, you must take action within twenty (20) days after the Complaint and notice are served, by entering a written appearance personally or by attorney and filing in writing with the court your defenses or objections to the claims set forth against you. You are warned that if you fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you by the Court without further notice for any money claimed in the Complaint for any other claim or relief requested by the Plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you. You should take this paper to your lawyer at once. If you do not have a lawyer or cannot afford one, go to or telephone the office set forth below. This office can provide you with information about hiring a lawyer. If you cannot afford to hire a Lawyer, this office may be able to provide you with information about agencies that may offer legal services to eligible persons at a reduced fee or no fee. Community Legal Services, Inc., Law Center North Central, 1410 W. Erie Ave., Phila., PA 19140, 215-227-2400/215-981-3700. Phila. Bar Assoc., One Reading Center, Phila., PA 19104, 215-238-6333.

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(Cont. Page 14) Apr. 10/11- State Rep. Vanessa Brown hosts Prom Safety Event and Suit & Gown Giveaway at Greater Bible Way Temple, 1461 N. 52nd St., 3-7 p.m. Friday, 4-7 p.m.

Sunday. For info (215) 8706615.

Apr. 12- City Commissioner candidate Lisa Deeley hosts Fundraiser at Original Fluke’s Irish Pub, 7401 State Rd., 1-5 p.m. Donations $30.

Apr. 13- 65th Ward Democratic Committee holds Meeting at Ashburner Inn, 8400 Torresdale Ave., 6:30 p.m.

For info John Donohoe (267) 334-3775.

Apr. 14- Hardy Williams Education Fund presents Scholarship Reception at Tendenza, 969 N. 2nd St., Reception 5:30 p.m., Program 6:30-8 p.m. Dean $15,000, Patron $10,000, Mentor $5,000, Candidate $2,500 Full-Page $1,000, Half-Page $500, Tickets $150. For info (215) 8432027.

Apr. 15- Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell & Bernadette Wyche host 24th & 46th Ward Mtg. at The Enterprise Ctr., 4548 Market St., 6 p.m.

Apr. 15- S. Phila HOMES & Pt. Breeze Partnership/Network host Mayoral Forum at 1444 Pt. Breeze Ave. For info Claudia Sherrod (215) 3344430.

Apr. 16- Kenny Gamble, Victor Keen & Joe Kluger host Fundraiser for Councilwoman Blondell Reynolds Brown at Bethany Mission Gallery, 237 S. 18th St., 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Light fare, beverages & music.

Sierra Sponsors $1,000, Valencia Sponsors $500, Amaro Sponsors $250, General Admission $50. For info Lindsey (267) 275-2120 or lperryconsulting@gmail.com.

Apr.16- State Rep. Vanessa Lowery Brown hosts Know Your Rights Forum at Global Leadership Academy, 4601

W. Girard Ave., 6-8 p.m.

Learn rights and responsibilities when interacting with police.

Local legal and law-enforcement officials discuss use of force.

Apr. 18-State Rep. James R. Roebuck offers free document shredding at 4712 Baltimore Ave., 9 a.m.-1 p.m., to protect yourself from identity theft.

Apr. 18- Donald “Ducky” Birts’ Medallion Scholarship Banquet at 1st Dist. Plaza, 3801 Market St., 6-10 p.m.

For info David D. Birts (215) 605-7102.

Apr. 23- Beech Cos. mark 25 years at 1st Dist. Plaza, 3801 Market St., 6 p.m. Individual ticket $125, Corporate ticket $250. For info www.beechinterplex.com or (215) 843-2027.

Apr. 23- Dr. Rob Cavoto hosts fundraiser for mayoral candidate Jim Kenney at Bliss Restaurant, 220 S. Broad St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Platinum $1,000, Gold $500, Silver $250. Checks payable to “Kenney 2015”. RSVP Rob (302) 743-6285.

Apr. 28- Councilwoman Marian Tasco hosts Cocktail Reception for Derek Green, candidate for City Council at Large, at Estia, 1405 Locust St., 5:30 p.m. For info Kelly Bauer (610) 841-3733.

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ELEPHANT (Cont. From Page 12) Campaign Committee were solidly behind her, as was RCC.

On election day it was rumored she had 300 unpaid volunteers, including some current State House Members Tom Murt (Montgomery and a sliver of Philadelphia), Nick

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Miccarelli (Delaware) and Mike Vereb (Montgomery).

Prior to the recent redistricting, Murt represented part of White’s 170th Dist.

DelRicci also had a slew of volunteers and supporters.

Former GOV. ED RENDELL stumped for her. Del Ricci’s mentor LT. GOV. MIKE STACK manned the phones for her.

White’s win doubles Philadelphia Republican representation in the State House.

There are hopes we could even pick up another seat in the 174th later this year.

STATE REP. JOHN SABATINA currently holds that seat, but is running unopposed in the special election in May to file the State Senate seat vacated by Stack upon becoming Lieutenant Governor.

The 174th has a lot in common with the 170th. Although Dem-

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Pennsylvania STATE SENATE MAJORITY LEADER JAKE CORMAN made it clear the Senate would not approve an increase in taxes unless GOV. TOM WOLF addressed the Commonwealth’s burgeoning pension-expense problem. Gov. Wolf’s $30-billion budget proposal that was unveiled a few weeks ago, at first blush was only 3% more than the current year’s (the budget does not include $2.1 billion that he wants to put in a fund to pay for property-tax relief).

He wants to modernize our state-run wine and liquor business, assuming the improvements will support $80 million per annum in funding to the school districts to pay for penthose bullets, 80% were Black, 98% were male, the average age was 20 and for 68% of these officers, this wasn’t their first shooting.

Fifty-nine percent of the officers doing the shooting were white and 94% were male.

Wow. Now, the report also says that a lot of this stuff happens due to a lack of good training, so that was a suggestion.

So was giving officers stun guns to keep confrontations from going to the deadly-force level. So was reviewing all instances of deadly force, creating an independent commission to look at these incidents, and a whole lot of other things that would probably go a long way toward making Philadelphians a little less distrustful of their police department.

But will these things happen?

Some of them should have happened a long time ago. The Philadelphia Police Dept. didn’t just get this messy overnight.

But just because they should have happened, and just because the DOJ says they should happen, doesn’t mean they will.

We’ll just wait and see, I guess.

sion costs. Also this modernized liquor business is expected to support a $3-billion loan which will go to the underfunded Public School Employees’ Retirement System.

Clearly Wolf does not want to stop or contain the increase in pension costs, but rather change how we pay for them.

Corman also made it clear that Wolf’s plan of incurring more debt and throwing more taxpayer revenues at the prob-

lem are not the solutions.

Wolf ran a business. Of all people, he should realize that if you have an out-of-control expense item, raising revenues through higher prices only works to a point. Eventually the market will not buy your overpriced products. In the case of municipal financing, there is a point at which increasing taxes will stifle economic growth and eventually dampen tax revenues.

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SOCIETAL DECLINE Dissing Senior Citizens Part 198/200 An event happened on Friday, March 20, 2015 that contrasted two sets of cultural valves between city government workers in the business of serving the public. They are people that work for the Free Library of Philadelphia, and those who are employed by the Dept. of Recreation at the "South Philadelphia Older Adult Center," or SPOAC. According to three sources (KYW/1060, Philly.com, and the Bd. of Education), there was no schedule change for public schools to close early because of the March 20th snow fall. Yet, the South Philly’s management at SPOAC asked for Older Adult Center a show of hands in order to proceed with bingo games scheduled at 1 :00 p.m. If there were under twenty people, management would cancel the board games, and close the center. According to a librarian at Central, the snow was not sticking to the roads, and Central would close at 6:00 p.m.

Under what authority would defenseless senior citizens have to suffer the journey, and indignity to find the center restricted and/or closed when SPOAC managers want to capriciously run home because of light snow on an early Friday afternoon?

When city libraries post closing times, they adhere to the posted times.

The sign means what it says. For years, SPOAC's closing times are published in its monthly newsletter, and are posted on the front, entrance door. On Tuesdays and Wednesdays, it is supposed to close at 10:00 p.m. However, Tuesday nights members must leave by 9:30 p.m., or earlier depending on the whim of the attendant. On Wednesdays, the building is closed at 4:30 p.m., with the exception of "Wednesday Night Dances" which occur about 18 times per year . The question, is: "Are tax payers hurt, or cheated, and public employees rewarded when the center is supposed to be open, but closes 5 & 1/ 2 hours early on Wednesdays prior to the 10:00 p.m. posted time?"

Currently, the Free Library of Philadelphia has been more fair to senior citizens than management who operate the South Philadelphia Older Adult Center.

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