Philadelphia Daily Record

Vol. I No. 82

Keeping You Posted With The Politics Of Philadelphia

October 19, 2010

Philadelphia

Daily Record

Rebuilding Philly Salvation Army Rings Bell In Nicetown

LOBBY of Salvation Army Kroc Community Center in Nicetown shows beauty which $72 million building has brought to a neglected section of city. Joan Kroc, late widow of McDonald's founder Ray Kroc, left an estate to build community centers in at-risk neighborhoods.

More pictures page 5.

Photos by Bonnie Squires

Ahead Of Schedule, South Street Bridge Will Reopen Next Month he South Street Bridge, which

T

the reopening is actually ahead of

has been closed since Dec. 8,

schedule. And on top of that, the proj-

2008, is scheduled to reopen

ect is finishing on budget. Good work

on Saturday, Nov. 6. Despite having

on this one, Streets Department.

been closed for what felt like forever,

Streets Commissioner Clarena Tolson

wins bragging rights on this job.

The bridge will reopen to pedestrian and bicycle traffic at 2 p.m. and a reopening ceremony will be held at 3 p.m.

New features include wider sidewalks, a mid-block signalized pedestrian/bicycle crossing at the Schuylkill River trail, wider green colored bicycle

Everything For Your Car Let’s meet and discuss the best ways of helping you find the best solutions for your car problems! Imad Dawara

6815 Essington Ave. • Phila. PA 19153

lanes, a reduction in vehicle lanes, relocation of street lights, and traffic signal adjustments optimized for pedestrian movements and safety.

Unbeatable Introductory Specials

267.670.8731

ATTENTION PUBLIC NOTICES ADVERTISERS We publish various types of Legal Notices including: Estate Notices, Name Changes, Fictitious Name, Articles of Incorporation and more, Call John David for more

FourSeasonsTrans.com

267-670-8727

Info@FourSeasonsTrans.com

2|

THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD

215-755-2000 Fax: 215-689-4099 15 OCTOBER, 2010

PHA Sustainable Project Wins Architects Award

17 homes will be rehabilitated while six new homes will be built on infill lots under PHA’s award winning Markoe Street redevelopment. Work on the project is well under way. he Philadelphia chapter of the

T

ment, was also recognized. “The strat-

ment and design. Juliet Whelan, the

American Institute of Archi-

egy of keeping and renovating old sal-

principal architect of Jibe Design, is

tects has recognized a PHA

vageable, existing buildings, and

thrilled to have the opportunity to re-

rehabilitation project in West Philadel-

filling the gaps between them with

vitalize a street that has seen better

phia with one of its 2010 Awards for

new construction, we found to be a

days. “What makes the project stand

Design Excellence. The project is lo-

sound, sensitive and intelligent solu-

out is that it does combine the preser-

cated on the distressed 800 block of

tion,” the AIA award jury commented.

vation with the new construction.

Markoe Street and represents the final

Hundreds of projects were entered in

We’re respecting what’s already there

phase of the Lucien E. Blackwell de-

the AIA contest, but only 16, including

as well as filling in the gaps,” she said.

velopment. Seventeen homes will be

Markoe Street, received awards.

The plan also redesigns the interiors of

renovated while six new homes will

the homes according to modern stan-

be built on infill lots. Work on the re-

“Winning an award for design excel-

dards with better lighting, better lay-

development is well under way. Jibe

lence and sustainability is a much

out, and no loss of comfort or design

Design, a small Center City firm that

needed and appreciated shot in the

excellence. It considers cost, energy

won a PHA competition among young

arm to the folks at the housing author-

savings, and impact on the environ-

architects to handle the design, re-

ity who are working tirelessly to sus-

ment. PHA will have invested ap-

ceived an Honor Award for unbuilt

tain and maintain the level of

proximately $6.7 million once the

projects. Schwam Architects, the ar-

excellence in development in the

redevelopment of Markoe Street is

chitect of record for T.N. Ward, the

City,” said Michael Johns, PHA’s gen-

completed. Johns said stimulus funds

construction manager for the develop-

eral manager of community develop-

15 OCTOBER, 2010

THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD

(Cont. Page 4) |

3

Corbett, Christie Root For Phils At Pub Today FAMILY PHARMACY 1416 S. Broad St.

215-755-2010 Most Plans Accepted

Meat & Deli Boneless/Skinless FreshChicken Breast 10Lbs. $19.99

2024 S. 10th St

215-468-5363

We have confirmation that Attorney Gen Tom Corbett and N.J. Gov. Chris Christie will be watching the Phillies game tomorrow at

the Irish Pub on 20th Street tomorrow, starting at 4 p.m. Local republicans say they’ll be glad to meet you.

PHA Sustainable Projects (Cont. From Page 3)

to go when the dollars were made

from the Federal government made

available,” he said. Completion of the

the project possible. “Without the

project is expected in early 2011. PHA

stimulus dollars, it’s not a project that

worked with neighbors and commu-

we would have necessarily done right

nity groups on the redesign of the

now. Because we had already done

block.

preliminary planning, we were ready When You Want Your Roof To Be Done Right The First Time

215-464-6425 JS Heating & Air Condition Specialist.

Sale on Refrigerant charging, all systems. Sale Price for $255. Full service including filter change. Installation of new system including duct work & heat pump systems. We offer 35% off on all products.

Call (877) 337-3902

CANDIDATES • POLITICIANS News You Can Use! Boost Your Popularity, Win On Election Day! Tell Your Constituents To Read About All the Work You Do For Them On the

Philadelphiadailyrecord.com Email them a copy of this Publication!

4|

Juliet Whelan of Jibe Design, 3rd from right, receives AIA honor for her design of PHA’s Markoe Street redevelopment. Also shown, from left, are Gerald Schwam and Kent Cooper of Schwam Architects; Ziaur Rahman, Gamil Hall and Michael Johns of PHA; and Jason Flax of Jibe Design.

THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD

15 OCTOBER, 2010

New Community Center Rings The Bell

MAJOR Timothy Lyle welcomed Mayor Michael Nutter to the stage at the Saturday dedication of new Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Unity Center. Nutter related history of project, which began when he was in City Council.

Photos by Bonnie Squires

REV. BONNIE CAMARDA, who was credited with as driving force behind

STATE REPS. Kenyatta Johnson, Jewell

new Nicetown multi-mil-

Williams and Vanessa Lowery Brown were

lion-dollar community cen-

among a dozen or so elected officials who

ter, exchanged a private

were delighted to take part in Kroc Center

word with Congressman

dedication ceremony. Members of Kroc

Chaka Fattah before he got

family had flown in from California to bless

up to speak to crowd.

result of their late grandmother’s bequest.

15 OCTOBER, 2010

THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD

Oct. 20Philadelphia Republican Fundraiser at 215 S. 16th St., 6:30 p.m. $100/$75 for Committeemen. For info Matthew@Wolfe.org.

Oct. 20Toomey Vs. Sestak Senate Debate, Live at National Constitution Ctr., 6th & Arch Sts., and on 6-ABC, 7 p.m.

Oct. 21State Sen. Tina Tartaglione hosts Senior Expo at Community Acad. Of Phila. Charter Sch., 1100 E. Erie Ave., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free.

Oct. 2166th Ward Democrat Fundraiser at Chickie’s & Pete’s, 11100 Roosevelt Blvd., 6-9 p.m. Tickets $35. For info (215) 6376360.

Oct. 21Fundraiser for State Rep. Rosita Youngblood at Finnigan’s Wake, 3rd & Spring Garden Sts., 7-9:30 p.m. Open bar. Tickets $100. For info Wanda (215) 745-4306.

Oct. 2136th WaRd Republican Headquarters Grand Opening, 1528 Point Breeze Avenue, 2nd floor, 6 to 8 p.m. All invited to this new year round Republican headquarters.

|

5

Philadelphia

Daily Record

The Philadelphia Daily Record is a Five-Day-A-Week Publication Issued by the Philadelphia Public Record Newspapers.

For news and advertisement, contact us at 215-755-2000 Editor@phillyrecord.com 1323 S. Broad Street Philadelphia PA 19147 Jim Tayoun, Publisher and Editor Philadelphiadailyrecord.com

EDITORIAL STAFF Editor & Publisher: Managing Editor: Associate Editor: Editorial Staff: Out & About Editor: Contributing Editor: Correspondent: Editorial Cartoonist: Photographers: Magazine Design: Bookkeeping: Webmaster: Advert. Director: Controller:

James Tayoun Sr. Anthony West Rory G. McGlasson Joe Sbaraglia Denise Clay Bonnie Squires Nathaniel Lee Ron Taylor Donald Terry Harry Leech Steven Philips William J. Hanna Haifa Hanna Sana Muaddi-Dows John David John David

For Advertising in The Daily Record Call 215-755-2000 Call For Rates

1323 S. Broad Street Philadelphia PA 19147 215-755-2000 6|

2 SEPTA Stations Now ‘Hot’ With Free Wifi ree wireless Internet access is now available to SEPTA riders at Market East and Suburban stations through a partnership between the Authority and Comcast’s Xfinity Wifi.

F

Wifi is available at these two stations for all SEPTA customers, regardless of whether they are Comcast subscribers. All you need is a laptop, smart phone or other wireless device with online capabilities, and you’re ready to surf the Web or check your email while waiting for the train.

The wifi network for the stations is accessible anywhere in the stations as well as on train platforms, and getting connected takes only seconds. Here’s how it works: Get your device of choice out and access the network, which is named “xfinitywifi” at both Suburban and Market East stations.

Open up a Web browser, which will reveal a portal page with two access options.

THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD

Comcast Xfinity customers can use their personal ID and password to get online. For non-Xfinity customers, there’s a separate link. Click on that and you’ll be directed to SEPTA-sponsored free Internet.

Buckle in, and enjoy blazing-fast high-speed wifi Internet as you travel down the information super-highway.

The free wifi service is being offered under a three-month pilot project. SEPTA is looking for ways to continue and expand wifi access for customers beyond this period, and possibly at additional locations.

“This is another step in our ongoing effort to enhance the customer experience,” said SEPTA General Mgr. Joseph M. Casey. “This partnership with Comcast gives our riders a high-quality amenity at no cost – to riders or SEPTA’s bottomline.”

18 OCTOBER, 2010

Dignitaries Flocked To ‘Friends Of Labor’ Banquet AMONG HUNDREDS of leaders who appeared for Friends of Labor banquet were, from left, Laborers Local 332 Business Mgr. Sam Staten, Jr., Juan Ramos of Laborers and Controller Alan Butkovitz.

STATE SEN. Tina Tartaglione and Laborers’ political guru Ken Washington were glad to turn out for affair at Sheraton City Center Hotel.

18 OCTOBER, 2010

THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD

|

7

PhillyGoes2College he City of Philadelphia’s

T

graduates in Philadelphia by the

complete the Free Application for

PhillyGoes2College Of-

year 2018,” said Mayor Michael A.

Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This

fice is hosting a series of

Nutter. “We want to provide the re-

contributed to a 12% increase in fi-

citywide events during College

sources and tools to help people of

nancial aid applications and an ad-

Awareness Week, which runs from

all ages and backgrounds identify,

ditional $194 million in financial

Oct. 17-21. The weeklong series of

work toward and reach their col-

aid for Philadelphia students.

workshops, activities and informa-

lege education goals.”

tional sessions is available to

A lineup of the 2010 College

adults, parents, and middle and

The 2nd annual College Awareness

Awareness Week events is as fol-

high school students who want to

Week is sponsored by the Philly-

lows:

learn more about college education

Goes2College Office, which

opportunities. Events include the

opened in February, 2010 as a

NACAC National College Fair

NACAC 2010 College Fair, infor-

“one-stop shop” for information

Sunday, Oct. 17, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at

mation sessions on preparing for

and assistance for Philadelphians

the Pennsylvania Convention Cen-

and financing college, a college ap-

interested in attending and com-

ter, 1100 Arch Street.

plication workshop, and an infor-

pleting college. Over the last two

Representatives from over 450 col-

mation session on educational

years, the number of Philadelphi-

leges and universities will be pres-

opportunities available to City em-

ans who hold a college undergradu-

ent.

ployees, including the Mayor’s Re-

ate degree increased from 18% to

turning to Learning 25% Tuition

21%. The City has implemented a

College Planning for Students

Discount Program.

wide variety of initiatives to in-

with Learning Differences

crease college participation from

Monday, Oct. 18, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.;

“Sharing information with the pub-

Philadelphia residents, including

Free Library of Philadelphia,1901

lic about college education oppor-

partnering with community organi-

Vine Street, Room 108.

tunities is an important step toward

zations and training City employ-

This workshop is for parents of stu-

doubling the number of college

ees to help college applicants

dents with learning differences.

8|

THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD

18 OCTOBER, 2010

Hosts Awareness Week Everything Adults Need to Know

leges who have joined with us to

About Going to College

College Application Workshop

offer a 25% discount for you, your

Monday, Oct. 18, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.;

Wednesday Oct. 20th, 3-6 p.m.,

spouse and dependents.

Free Library of Philadelphia, 1901

Drexel University (registration re-

Vine St, Skyline Room, 4th floor.

quired). Get hands-on help with

The PhillyGoes2College Office is

Come learn about how to pay for

your college application! Open to

open Monday through Friday, 9

college and fit classes into your

high-school seniors, registration is

a.m. to 5 p.m. Walk-in hours are

busy life.

required. To register, visit

Monday from noon to 2 p.m.,

http://www.phillygoes2college.org/

Tuesday and Wednesday from 3 to

College Prep Night

college-application-workshop or

7 p.m. and Thursday from 10 a.m.

Tuesday Oct. 19, 6 p.m.- 8 p.m.,

call the PhillyGoes2College office

to noon. Visitors are welcome to

Community College of Philadel-

at (215) 686-0315.

stop by the office which is located

phia, Winnet Student Life Build-

in Room 115 (at the Northeast en-

ing, 2nd floor, Room S219. This

Everything Adults Need To Know

trance of City Hall) or call (215-

event is for middle- and high-

About Going To College (for City

686-0315). To learn more about

school students and their parents.

of Philadelphia employees only)

PhillyGoes2College, log onto

There will be a workshop on fi-

Thursday, October 21, 5:30-7 p.m.

www.PhillyGoes2College.com.

nancing a college education. In ad-

Municipal Services Building, 1401

dition, current college students will

JFK Boulevard, 16th floor, Rooms

share their experiences financing

X and Y. This program will focus

college and life on campus. An ac-

on how to juggle your busy sched-

ademic-program fair featuring op-

ule with taking classes. Also, an

portunities for students to get

update on the Mayor’s Returning

involved will also be open to stu-

to Learning Partnership will be

dents and parents.

provided highlighting those col-

18 OCTOBER, 2010

THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD

|

9