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Agreement Aims To Shed Light On SD Finances A major stride toward fiscal transparency in the School District of Philadelphia was taken last week.

The City Council of Philadelphia, the Philadelphia School Reform Commission, and the School District of Philadelphia on Wednesday entered into an intergovernmental cooperation agreement to increase information-sharing among the statecontrolled school system and City Council, which has increased local funding by approximately 40% since 2011.

Under terms of the agreement, the School District will submit quarterly financial reports to City Council including information regarding expenditures, revenues, hires and staff vacancies. The reports will also be made available to the public on the District’s website. The Chief Financial Officer of the School District will meet with City Council staff to discuss each report and any other issues or concerns regarding the operations or finances of the District.

The District will continue to prepare a five-year financial plan, to be released annually, that includes revenue and expenditure projections as well as longer-term investment goals for the approval of the School Reform Commission.

The agreement was launched in large part to address Council President Darrell Clarke’s longstanding concern that School District finances are

opaque and it is hard to get clear answers to important questions about them. That’s been a problem while the School District has regularly cried for more local revenue yet struggled to meet minimum standards for several years now.

The agreement was signed by City Council President Darrell L. Clarke, Education Committee Chair Jannie Blackwell, School Reform Commission Chair Marjorie Neff, and Superintendent William R. Hite, Jr. “In response to the crisis brought on by cuts in state funding for public education, City Council has stepped up with increased local support for Philadelphia schools year after year. This has propelled a new, and some might say welcome, change in the relationship between City Council and the School District of Philadelphia,” Clarke said. “The document we signed today formalizes what already is a more-involved and -collaborative relationship between Council, which has no vote on the School Reform Commission, and public schools. City Council is eager to work more directly with District leaders toward this shared goal: quality public education for all kids, no matter where they live in Philadelphia.”

“This agreement furthers our goal of transparency and our focus on fiscal stability,” Neff added. “We are grateful to Council President Clarke for his partnership in this endeavor.”

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With the UNIONS AFSCME DC 88 Endorses Kilkenny For Sheriff AFSCME District Council 88 has endorsed Montgomery County Sheriff candidate and Army Reserve Lt. Col. Sean Kilkenny.

District Council 88 represents about 14,000 employees in Southeastern Pennsylvania, including hundreds of workers employed as deputy sheriffs and support personnel in the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Dept. AFSCME is known as a bipartisan union that represents and endorses a wide array of workers and elected officials, both Republican and

Democrat. In this race, AFSCME has chosen to endorse a Democrat, Sean Kilkenny, a federal prosecutor in the US Army who tried homicide, rape and serious crimes for more than 16 years.

Tom Tosti, the director of AFSCME District Council 88, said, “Our endorsement is not about partisan politics; it’s about the person who will be best for our membership. As a tough military prosecutor, Sean Kilkenny is the best candidate to lead the Sheriff’s Office of Montgomery County and fight for working families. We are proud to endorse Sean because as the son of a

police officer and a lieutenant colonel, we are confident he has both the experience and the commitment to service it takes to fight for working families while protecting and serving the people of Montgomery County.”

PFT Faults District On Its Latest Plan PFT President Jerry Jordan charges, “The District is once again plowing ahead with major changes to our schools without offering additional resources to the affected schools, and without input from educators or the community. Superintendent Hite’s latest plan to close, consolidate or convert more Philadelphia schools is emblematic of the way the District disrespects Philadelphia’s educators,

“Ensuring all children in Philadelphia have a great school close to home requires the collective effort of all stakeholders,” Hite said. “We are excited about increased collaboration with City Council in support of that shared goal.”

“Philadelphians deserve a greater voice in the education of their children. As their representatives, City Council should have a seat at the table when it comes to the School District of Philadelphia,” Blackwell said. “More real-time information about the District’s operations will help inform our budget process and our advocacy on behalf of our children and families in Harrisburg.”

The agreement comes as school districts across the Commonwealth await a state spending plan for the current fiscal year.

“Pennsylvania has the most inequitable publicschool funding system in the nation, and Philadelphia schools are the ground zero of this policy failure,” the Council President asserted. “City Council continues to urge the General Assembly to pass responsible revenue measures that will provide sustainable and fair funding for public education.”

The Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement follows a Council resolution, adopted on Jun. 18, 2015, calling for the establishment of an intergovernmental fiscal-oversight entity for the School District of Philadelphia.

parents and students.

“Charter school spending already accounts for one-third of the District’s budget.

The plan to add to our current budget deficit by converting three more schools to charters is outrageous. Dr. Hite’s claim that this new plan will give ‘all students the access to programs and resources needed for future success’ is laughable, given how much more money will now be drained from Philadelphia’s traditional public schools”.

Doc’s Muscle Being Tested By NBC 10 Fliers have distributed by IBEW Local 98 citing Comcast NBC for not giving Channel 10 Broadcast technicians a contract for over a year. The

flier revealed the top three executives at Comcast, the parent company of NBC, together draw down annual salaries adding up to over $75 million.

Local 98, led by Ward Leader and Business Mgr. John Dougherty, has an edge because Dougherty could sway City Council to delay Comcast’s efforts to win another 10-year contract for its franchise from the City of Philadelphia.

Local 98 contract negotiations are normally routine, but this one is high profile. As of now, Dougherty has strong reasons to believe he can stop the move to grant Comcast its extension …. until a settlement benefitting the Channel 10 employees his union represents.

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Mayoral Debates Continue Under Tight Wraps

by Joe Shaheeli The second mayoral debate was held on Monday evening at WHYY, continuing a program that appears designed to keep public exposure of the two major-party candidates to a minimum.

The debate unfolded at 6:30 p.m. before a live audience of 200 but it was livestreamed, not broadcast, with poor sound that made it hard for some watchers to follow. It was broadcast at 10 p.m. – but only on WHYYFM, not on WHYY-TV. So while listeners could hear the discussion, they were denied the chance to fully assess the candidates’ personalities.

“Debate” does not accurately describe the format of the WHYY show, in which two WHYY reporters posed questions in turn to Democrat Jim Kenney and Republican Melissa Murray Bailey. The questions were policy-oriented and gave each candidate scope to display their detailed grasp of issues – a challenge both acquitted themselves well in.

But they shied away from “gotcha” questions and inflammatory personal digs. As a result, the candidates kept it

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SPONSOR State Sen. Christine Tartaglione was pleased by successful seniors’ event at Phila. Protestant Home. From left behind her, Theresa Lynch, Bill Conaway, Lisa Borine Photo by Bill Myers and Kathy Wersinger. polite as a whole, rarely In the manner of the seaknocking each other’s propos- soned corporate executive she als even as they put forward is, Murray Bailey stressed the their own. importance of “metrics.” As It was a debate for wonks, Mayor, she would test to find not for the general public. how many children are readThere was no disagreement ing by 3rd grade. “In some of the key issues facing the city our schools that figure is are jobs and education. Ken- 100% right now; in others it’s ney called for universal pre- 8%,” she said. But if children school, for placing allied are not reading by then, she City-government service cen- asserted, research shows they ters in schools, and for better are unlikely to advance to adult-education programs. post-secondary education or “Vocational educations should training. “We need to know be coordinated with the how many students continue Chamber of Commerce to their education after graduatmake sure we are educating ing,” she said. “We should be people for the jobs our busi- measuring outputs as opposed nesses need,” he said. to measuring inputs.”

ILLUSTRIOUS State Rep. Dwight Evans was joined by Terri Booker and Numa St. Louis at NAACP banquet in University City.

Murray Bailey was confident she can pay for beefed-up schooling and for adding 500 new police officers by cutting low-priority City programs and by smoking out hundreds of millions of dollars in poor procurement practices.

Kenney stressed his long commitment to fairness and compassion as a tool for job growth. “I have a detailed knowledge of the disparate impact of marijuana laws on minorities,” he said. He was moved to press successfully for lower-key enforcement of petty marijuana offenses and to halt stop-and-frisk, in large part because of the harm that mass arrests have done to the employment prospects of minorities.

He said he would lean on companies that do business with the City to meet diversity

and reentry goals.

Both candidates see great opportunities in developing Philadelphia as an energy hub.

But Kenney knocked Mayor Michael Nutter’s effort to sell PGW to a private owner – not for the concept, but for the way it was handled: “a case study in how you don’t work with City Council.”

Murray Bailey assailed the City’s overall regulatory and taxation policies, which she called one of the worst of any American city, “an industrialera tax structure.”

On leadership styles, both candidates presented themselves as good listeners who know how to bring other decision-makers along with them.

Asked to boil down their message to voters, Murray Bailey said she stood for job growth and population State Rep.

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growth, opportunity and peace. Kenney said his core virtue for public service is his “ability to do the right thing.”

The three independent and minor-party candidates were not included in this debate.

However, a call from the Kenney indicated we were in error when we wrote they were for them out of any of the mayoral debates – which favored candidates normally do to keep opposition candidates from getting free exposure.

The following is a statement from Kenney campaign spokeswoman Mikecia Witherspoon: “In regards to the misinformation printed in the article ‘POLS ON THE STREET: Jim Kenney Plays It Smart On Debate Rules’ (Oct. 8): At no point did we ever tell the debate sponsors not to include the independent candidates. To the contrary, we told them that it was our preference that they be included.”

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Former City Controller candidate Brett Mandel drew our attention to a fact: Though not organized in any fashion, voters registered as independent and “other” may actually be the swing vote, possibly surprising all of us by voting in an at-large Council candidate.

To give him his due, he was promoting Andrew Stober, who has worked in the Nutter administration, and is credited with creating the Indego bike-share system to work for residents with low incomes. His campaign website claims he also helped secure tens of millions of dollars in federal grants, while also reestablished a City energy office which has saved millions of dollars in utility costs.

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Lower Merion Township Commissioner Brian Gordon has officially announced his candidacy as Democrat for Congress in the 2nd Dist.

This seat, held by incumbent Chaka Fattah for over two decades, represents what Gordon calls “a microcosm of America, a condensed version of all the challenges and op-

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portunities faced by people today, from the environment to the economy, from education to discrimination.”

Gordon was elected to public office with 73% of the vote.

He was born and raised in the Congressional District where he currently lives with his wife Julie, and daughter Emma. He attended Penn Valley ES, Welsh Valley JHS and Miquon Upper School. He earned his BA in labor relations at Cornell University, having studied his junior year at the London School of Economics, and a Juris Doctorate from University of Wisconsin Law School.

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State Rep. Brian Sims’ (DS. Phila.) announcement he is seeking to represent the 2nd Congressional Dist. post now held by Congressman Chaka Fattah (D-Phila.) has aroused a quiet surge of ambition in people who would like to move into Sims’ State House office if he should move out.

No formal announcements have been made at this time.

McGinty Haul Tops $1 Million In 2 Months

driven by “more than 2,300 grassroots contributors who gave less than $200.” Her campaign says none of the money was carried over from her gubernatorial run. Her announcement came a day after one of her opponents, Braddock Mayor John Fetterman, announced he had raised $170,000 in 17 days. Fetterman reportedly has ties to former Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz.

The third Democrat, Joe Sestak, has not announced his latest fundraising totals. But Joe keeps walking across the State to meet voters and drum up support.

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But insiders say Ben Waxman, press secretary for State Sen. Vincent Hughes (D-W. Phila.), may wish to serve this Center City District. Waxman has a strong résumé of work for the Daily News and WHYY, as well as for United Food & Commercial Workers.

He is active in the Greenfield Home-School Association.

Marni Jo Snyder, a criminal-defense lawyer and Villanova graduate, is reportedly testing the waters as well. A third candidate, with a business background, has taken important steps to position himself in this race on the Q.T.

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Lucky we didn’t decide to hold our breath until Gov. Tom Wolf finally decided to endorse Jim Kenney for Mayor. But he did so at an opportune time, allowing his presence in Philly to also promote the Supreme Court candidacy of Judge Kevin Dougherty.

The Governor stressed Kenney’s commitment to expanding access to pre-K and quality public schools for Philadelphians in need. “Jim Kenney and I share the belief that funding education is a moral issue, not a political one,” said the Governor.

“Jim’s commitment to expanding early-childhood education and increasing the number of community schools are important steps towards closing the opportunity gap. I look forward to working with Jim to ensure every Pennsylvania child has access to a quality education, regardless of where they live.”

“I am grateful for the Governor’s support,” said Kenney.

“Philadelphia’s 26% poverty rate affects every person in the City, but it has some of its most-profound effects on our children. Children living in poverty need a pathway out,

own energy bills, he could tempt many to vote for him.

A look at the latest registration statistics supplied by Registration Commissions Gregory Irving shows the possibility of an independent vaulting over a Republican candidate for Council at large if he or she could marshal enough publicity to catch the eye of the electorate.

Able to vote in this general election are 781,126 Democrats, 111,644 Republicans, 6856 independents and “other” 95,498. Add the last two categories and you find 112,354 searching the ballot for someone for whom to vote, provided they even make an effort to show up at the polls.

That’s why it might be wise for candidates to include in their ads, “Vote for me – no matter how you are registered.”

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Wolf Makes It Official: Kenney!

and the Governor and I are committed to ensuring that public schools can be that bridge to economic opportunity. I look forward to collaborating with Gov. Wolf to provide high quality pre-K programs to children in need, and ensuring the State’s funding formula takes into account the added costs of providing support to children living in poverty.”

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Comedy Night With Rep. Driscoll (Cont. From Page 5) 52-44%, with women opposed 53-43%. Support is 6633% among voters 18 to 34 years old and 51-45 percent among voters 35 to 49 years old. Voters 50 to 64 years old are divided 48-47% and voters over 65 are opposed 6432%. Even if marijuana were legalized, 66% of voters say STATE REP. Mike Driscoll at his 2nd annual Comedy Night they would “definitely not” fundraiser, taking moment to enjoy photo with part of Devlin use it. Voters support legalizing medical marijuana 90-9%. family including Kelly and Flossie Devlin and Terry Devlin.

Pennsylvania voters disapprove 52-24% of the job State Attorney General Kathleen Kane is doing and say 46-32% she should resign.

“All but stripped of her legal authority, Attorney General Kathleen Kane gets a thumbs down from the ultimate authority, the voters who voted her in, and now want her gone,” said Tim Malloy, assistant director of the Quinnipiac University Poll.

We still think she can buck the odds should she overcome JUSTICE ABOVE POLITICS her legal problems.

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Pennsylvania motorists pay a 70-cent-per-gallon gas tax, which is the highest in the country. “The burden the gas tax has created in Pennsylvania is really driven home,” says Sen. Pat Toomey, “when you compare what the cost of a gallon of gas is in other states. For example, the aver-

age price per gallon of gasoline in Pennsylvania is $2.32.

But if you cross the Delaware River into New Jersey, the cost per gallon dips to $1.95!”

He pledges to fight “those in Congress and running for office who continue to advo-

cate for increasing the federal gas tax. Friend, Pennsylvanians pay enough at the pump, and I am fighting to ensure a gas-tax increase never makes its way out of the United States Senate.”

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In the 2016 US Senate race, Republican incumbent Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) leads Democratic challenger Joe Sestak 49-34% and tops Democrat Katie McGinty 5131%.

Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf has a negative 41-44% job approval rating, down from a positive 45-39% approval rating Aug. 25.

US Sen. Robert Casey, Jr. gets a 45-28% approval rating, with a 51-27% approval rating for Toomey.

CHAPEL of Four Chaplains team members get ready to hoist POW-MIA flag on the Chapel flagpole during Chapel Appreciation Picnic.

The flag was donated by Rolling Thunder, which then became a Chapel Associate Member. Capt. Louis Cavaliere, Chapel president, hosts picnic each year to thank supporters of historic, patriotic Chapel, which is located in Navy Yard and open to public. Photo by Joe Stivala

Participation will start at the intersection of S. Broad Street and Walnut Street and will march North to City Hall and make a quarter turn and head East on Market Street to Independence Hall You Must Fill Out An Application to Participate.

Applications will be accepted on a space-available basis.

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We seldom ever comment here on foreign policy. But Russian media broke this story and only then did our key news-media channels mention the fact the US had earmarked $500 million to train anti-ISIS fighters in Syria, and we now learn from our top USA General in the field, the program produced only have five fighters in the field doing just that.

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“The Republican National Committee’s field program is using its volunteer network in Pennsylvania to use presidential year campaign strategies to help elect Supreme Court candidates Judges Judy Olson, Mike George and Anne Covey, Superior Court candidate Judge Emil Giordano, Commonwealth Court candidate Paul Lalley as well as local candidates throughout the Keystone State,” according to Republican Party of Pennsylvania Chairman Rob Gleason.

It’s because key battleground states such as Pennsylvania where the party will test for holes in its new year-round ground game. Leaders want to determine strengths and weaknesses among volunteers in the field before the 2016 presidential election.

Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus laid out the plan in July during a leadership conference in Philadelphia. The party will activate neighborhood “team leaders” who encourage people to get neighbors to host house parties, organize door-knocking efforts and hold debate-watching parties. And ultimately, to battle-test our ‘get out the vote’ efforts for next year,” Priebus said.

Lost Opportunity For Candidates

The newly rebranded Chinatown Night Market Yè Shì event attracted a crowd of 25,000 people and a lively line up of food and cultural offerings in its quest to go back to its roots: Yè Shì.

Yè Shì is the Chinese term for the tradition of nighttime street-food festivals in Asia, particularly in China and Taiwan. Our survey indicated few GOP or Dem candidates in attendance. But one of its sponsors, 1st Dist. Councilman Mark Squilla, enjoyed the event. What a lost opportunity to pick up votes!

“The past four years’ Night Markets helped to propel Chinatown as a regional food destination,” says John Chin, PCDC executive director.

“This year’s event sprung out of the desire to go back to our roots and celebrate our unique Asian food heritage. We are concentrating on our local restaurants, small business owners and residents, and on having this be a beneficial experience for them.”

How To Trim State Budget Looking for ways to trim the budget, the legislature and the Governor should figure how to reduce some of the salaries now being earned by State employees.

For instance: PHEAA President and CEO James Preston, $337,016; and Frank Brogan, Chancellor, System of Higher Education, $337,325. Add compensation factors and one can see where cuts can be made.

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Oct. 17- State Rep. Mark Cohen hosts Police, Fire, Navy & Nat’l Guard Softball Special Olympics Games at Max Myers Rec Ctr., 1601 Hellerman St., games start 8:30 a.m. 6 teams, tailgate parties, vendors, comedy show, raffles. Checks payable to “Police, Fire, Navy & Nat’l Guard Widows Fund”, P.O. Box 57119, Phila., PA 19111.

Oct. 17- Penna. Supreme Ct. Candidates Forum is held at CCP, Bonnell Bldg., 17th St. between. Spring Garden & Callowhill, 12-2 p.m.

Oct. 17- State Rep. Louise Bishop hosts Senior Fair at Prayer of Faith Temple Ch. of Christ, 1541 N. 61st St., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For info (215) 879-6625.

Oct. 17- Councilmanic candidate Kevin Strickland hosts Fundraiser at Republican City Committee, 3525 Cottman Ave., starting 2 p.m.

Oct. 17- St. Anne’s Parish hosts 170th Anniversary Celebration at 2328 E Lehigh Ave., 10:30 a.m.

Oct. 17- Democratic Women of Philadelphia will be hosting Candidate’s Day event at IBEW Local 98, 1701 Spring Garden St., 1-4 p.m. All welcome. For info Yvonne Sawyer (267) 229-8507.

Oct. 19- Democratic City Committee hosts Cocktail Party at Sheet Metal Ha., 1301 S. Columbus Blvd., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tickets $150.

Oct. 19- 7th Dist. Congressional candidate Lindy Li is hosted for Cocktails at Parc Rittenhouse, 225 S 18th St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. For info (267) 356-1653.

Oct. 19- Terry Tracy hosts Fundraiser at Regatta Rm., 201 S. 25th St., 6-8 p.m.

Sponsors $2,500, Individuals $100-250. For info John Katrina (215) 252-6918.

Oct. 20- State Rep. Mike Driscoll hosts Happy Hour at McGrath’s Pub, 202 Locust St., Harrisburg, Pa., 5:30-7:30 p.m.

For info Jack (215) 284-7587.

Oct. 20- Bernard Lopez, Democratic 32nd Ward Chair, hosts Fundraiser for MC Judge

Stephanie Sawyer at Pyramid Cl., 1735 Market St., 50th fl.

Friends $100, Supporters $250, Benefactors $500. For info (215) 317-9232.

Oct. 21- Evening with independent Council candidate Andrew Stober is hosted at Black Sheep Pub, 247 S. 17th St., starting 5:30 p.m. Free.

Oct. 21- Fundraiser for Democratic City Commission candidate Lisa Deeley at 6 Penna.

6, 114 S. 12th St., 5:30-7:30 p.m. Party Chairman Congressman Bob Brady is Special Guest.

Oct 21- Republican Women meet at Cavanaugh’s Headhouse Sq., 421 S 2nd St., 7-9 p.m.

Oct. 21- Phila. Jewish Labor Committee hosts State Sen. Daylin Leach at Bourbon and Branch, 705 2nd St., 7 p.m.

Subject: Living Wage. Tickets $10 at door. RSVP Michael Hersh (215) 668 5454.

Oct. 22- State Sen. John Sabatina hosts Breakfast Fundraiser at Parc Restaurant, 227 S. 18th St., 8-9:30 a.m.

Donations from $500.

Oct. 22- State Rep. Donna Bullock hosts Open House at her legislative office, 2839 W. Girard Ave., 5-7 p.m. Light refreshments. For info (717) 787-7895.

Oct. 22- State Rep. Martina White holds Fundraiser at FOP Lodge, 11630 Caroline Rd., 68 p.m. Checks payable to “Friends of Martina White”.

Oct. 22- Candidates Forum, Uptown Theatre, 6-8 p.m.

For info Linda Waters Richardson (215) 236-1878.

Oct. 22- Shawn Dillon hosts Democratic 66A Exec. Committee Pre-election Celebration at DC 21, 2980 Southampton Rd., 6-9 p.m. Tickets $35.

Oct. 22- Officer of the Year Banquet for 1st, 3rd, 17th Dists. & South Detectives is held at Anthony’s Caterers, IATSE Ballrm., 2401 S. Swanson St. 6-10 p.m. Tickets $30 Contact 1st at (215) 686-3010 or (215) 686-3011, 2nd at (215) 686-3030, (215) 686-3031 and 3rd, (215) 6863170 or (215) 686-3171.

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Oct. 15- State Sen. Tina Tartaglione hosts Senior Expo geared toward Spanish-speaking constituents at Community Academy of Phila. Charter Sch., 1100 E. Erie Ave., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For info Kathy Benton (717) 856-3116.

Oct. 15- Councilmanic candidate Derek Green hosts Fundraiser at Estia, 1405 Locust St., 5:30 p.m. Tickets $100; Sponsors $250, $500, $1,000, $2,900. Checks payable to “The Green Fund”, P.O. Box 4984, Phila., PA 19119. For info Kelly Bauer (610) 217-3751 or kbauer@advantagepep.com.

Oct. 15- Darrell Clarke, Dwight Evans, Jim Kenney and Marian Tasco host Cherelle Parker for Council Reception at Capital Grille, 1338 Chestnut St., 5:30-7:30

pm. Checks payable to “People for Parker”, PO Box 27647, Phila. PA 19118.

Oct. 15- State Sen. Shirley Kitchen hosts Clinic for jobseekers with criminal records at Phila. Recovery Comm.

Ctr., 1701 W Lehigh Ave., starting 6 p.m. For info (215) 227-6161, ext. 232.

Oct. 16- State Rep. Stephen Kinsey & other leaders host Job Fair at Young Rec. Ctr., 1100 E. Chelten Ave., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For info (215) 849-6592.

Oct. 16- State Rep. John Taylor hosts Reception for Melissa Murray Bailey at Republican City Committee, 3525 Cottman Ave., starting 5:30 p.m.

Oct. 16- Gary Williams hosts Democratic 32nd Ward Fish Fry at Barbers Ha., Broad & Oxford Sts., 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Candidates $35.

Oct. 16- State Rep. Stephen Kinsey hosts Fall Job Fair at Lonnie Young Recreation Center, 1100 E. Chelten Ave., Av. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For info (215) 849-6592.

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Pennsylvania is increasingly taking punches from two budget brawls, one in Harrisburg and the other in Washington.

The State budget confrontation was probably overdue.

After four years during which Republicans controlled both the General Assembly and the governorship, a return to split rule was unlikely to be easy. Both Democrat Gov. Tom Wolf and the Republican legislative leadership made promises – alas, to different sets of voters, though. They needed to show their respective bases they would stand firm.

In the end, though, both sets of voters are one: fellow citizens of the Keystone State. We all need restraint on taxes; but we also all must come to grips with the State’s pension-funding shortfall. And all need education and other essential public services to continue so people can plan their lives.

It is time for the dueling sides to meet in the middle and move on. “Middle” means some new revenue and some more funding, but not the moon. Solve this, please, ladies and gentlemen of Capitol Hill, before you impact the holiday sales season.

As for the impending war in the District of Columbia over whether to raise the debt ceiling or shut down the government – there is no excuse for this one. We’ve seen this movie before and we all know how it ends. It is time for sober dispatch of governmental duties in Congress.

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THE SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA OFFICE OF CAPITAL PROGRAMS ADVERTISEMENT FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND PROPOSALS (RFQ/P) Notice is hereby given that sealed qualifications and proposals will be received by the School District of Philadelphia, Office of Capital Programs, from all firms interested in providing Professional Design Services for Phase II - Major Renovations for the Murrell Dobbins CTE High School.

The RFQ/P documents and all additional information published as part of the RFQ/P may be obtained at: http://webgui.phila.k12.pa.us/offices/c/capital-program-bids/rfps/current-rfps A mandatory project “walk through” is scheduled for Thursday, October 8, 2015, at 9:00 AM at the School.

All questions must be submitted in writing via email to Jerry Thompson, Contracts Manager at gcthompson@philasd.org. The e-mail must include the name of the Project. The deadline for all questions is 12:00 pm, Tuesday, October 13, 2015.

Proposals must be received no later than 2:00 pm, Thursday, October 22, 2015 at location designated in RFP.

Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell. Buffet dinner, dancing and entertainment. Tickets $60. For reservations (215) 685-1995 or laurasimsskate@aol.com.

Oct. 25- Greater Phila. Falun Gong Ass’n Benefit features famous Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra at Verizon Ha., Kimmel Ctr., 2 p.m. For ticket info

(215) 893-1999.

Oct. 27- Harvey Spear hosts Fundraiser for Jim Kenney and Mark Squilla at Brauhaus Schmitz, 718 South St., 6:308:30 p.m. Platinum $5,000.

Gold $2,900, Silver $1,000, Bronze $500, Tickets $250. For info (267) 275-2120 or lperryconsulting.com.

FOR FURTHER LISTINGS, SEE “CALENDAR” ONLINE AT WWW.PHILLYR ECORD.COM

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, October 22, 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.

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Oct. 23- Democratic 32nd Ward hosts Candidates Night at NewCourtland Nursing Ho., 6950 Germantown Ave., starting 7 p.m. For info (215) 8176159.

Oct. 24- State Rep. Jim Roebuck hosts Document Shredding at 4712 Baltimore Ave., 9 a.m.1 p.m. Free.

Oct. 24- Friends of Laura Sims Skatehouse host Pearl Anniversary Celebration & Awards Ceremony at 1st Dist. Plaza, Gr. Ballrm., 3801 Market St., 6-10 p.m. Honoring Jim Kenney, State Rep. Jim Roebuck and

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(Cont. From Page 11) Oct. 22- Mayfair/Holmesburg GOP 64th Ward hosts Fall Fundraiser at Parish Pub, 3508 Cottman Ave., 6-9 pm., $30 include open bar, food. Checks payable to “Mayfair Republican Committee”, 3122 Windish St., Phila., PA 19152.

Oct. 23- State Rep. Mike Driscoll hosts Senior Fair at Torresdale Boys Cl., 4500 Lin-

den Ave., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Refreshments, door prizes, useful info. For info (281-3414.

Oct. 23- “Catch A Bag” Fundraiser benefits CATCH, Inc. Intellectual Disabilities’ Program at Christopher Columbus Charter Sch., 916 Christian St., doors open 6:15 p.m. $35 advance tickets only. Game Sponsorship $500. Food, soft beverages, door prizes, raffles, auction. Checks payable to “CATCH, Inc.”, Catch A Bag Bingo, 1409 Lombard St., Phila., PA 19146. For info (215) 735-7435.

FEE BUDGET B-094 C of 2014/15 Mechanical Contract John Wister ES $2,381,800.00 $200.00 Mechanical Plant Replacement 67 E. Bringhurst St. *A pre-bid conference and site tour will be held at the project location, on Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 1:30 p.m.

B-095 C of 2014/15 Electrical Contract John WisterES $149,200.00 $200.00 Mechanical Plant Replacement 67 E. Bringhurst St. *A pre-bid conference and site tour will be held at the project location, on Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 1:30 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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Monday night, Adams County Common Pleas President Court Judge and Pennsylvania Supreme Court candidate MIKE GEORGE was in town. Republican activist SUSAN SATKOWSKI hosted a fundraiser for George. In addition to Satkowski, the host committee included WARD LEADERS MIKE CIBIK (5th), DENISE FUREY (46th) and MATT WOLFE (27th), as well as committeemen ROSS WOLFE (27th) and ANDREW TERHUNE (5th).

George addressed the crowd and emphazed the importance of the Republicans’ retaining the majority on the Supreme Court – not so much because of partisan politics but rather because of his belief he and his fellow Republican candidates, Superior Court Judge JUDY OLSEN and Commonwealth Court Judge ANNE COVEY, will not legislate from the bench. He reiterated this point when he answered a question regarding Pennsylvania’s mandatory-sentencing guidelines. He personally thinks that judges should be given more discretion in sentencing. However, George stated that as a judge, it is his role to follow the guidelines (which were legislated) and hope the legislature changes them.

His best line of his speech related to why people should seek public office. He believes his role as judge is to serve and not to be served. Too many elected officials unfortunately do not agree with him.

Monday’s Philadelphia mayoral debate and Tuesday’s presidential debate gave the viewing public examples of how

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On Tuesday night, the Democrats held their first presidential debate live on CNN. They’re a little behind compared to the Republicans, who will soon be reopening their clown minivan filled with presidential candidates for the third of Lord Only Knows How Many debates.

The campaigns appear to be in full swing, unless you’re Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal, whom no one is sure is still in the race, or Lincoln Chaffee, whom I don’t think anyone knew was running until he showed up on stage Tuesday night.

If you look at the polls right now, the 2016 presidential race is going to be between Donald Trump for the Republicans and Bernie Sanders for the Democrats. It would a battle of really bad hairdos and short tempers, but it would be interesting.

And if that’s the way it actually shakes out in November 2016, I’ll eat a toasted sneaker on the steps of City Hall in my pajamas wearing my Cat in the Hat hat.

While all of these debates have been entertaining, it’s October.

In fact, it’s October 2015.

Or put more bluntly, it’s too darned early to talk about the presidential race.

When the horserace of politics is all we talk about, especially when it’s a full year out, we don’t concentrate on the issues. Most of that is because issues and policy platforms don’t get you made fun of by Trevor Noah, John Oliver or (Cont. Page 22)

Yo! Here we go again with these instructions on how to drive in New Jersey. They were sent to me by Jerry M., a reader from New Jersey.

1. Turn signals will give away your next move. A confident New Jersey driver avoids using them.

2. Under no circumstance should you maintain a safe distance between you and the car in front of you, because the space will be filled in by somebody else, putting you in an even more dangerous situation.

3. The faster you drive through a red light, the less chance you have of getting hit.

4. WARNING: Never come to a complete stop at a stop sign. No one expects it, and it may result in you being rear-ended.

5. Never get in the way of an older car that needs extensive bodywork, especially with PA, NY or DE plates. With no insurance, the other operator probably has nothing to lose.

6. Braking is to be done as hard and late as possible to ensure your abs kick in, giving a vigorous foot massage as the brake pedal violently pulsates. For those of you without abs, it’s a chance to strengthen your leg muscles.

7. Never pass on the left when you can pass on the right. It’s a good way to prepare other drivers entering the highway.

8. Speed limits are arbitrary figures; given only as a suggestion and are not enforceable in New Jersey during rush hour.

9. Just because you’re in the left lane and have no room to speed up or move over doesn’t mean a New York driver flashing his high beams behind you doesn’t think he can go faster in your spot.

10. Always brake and rubberneck when you see an accident or even someone changing a tire. This is seen as a sign of respect for the victim.

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I remember often reading in the Bible about life to “THREE SCORE AND TEN” – or 70 years. I told an oldtimer folks are now living four score and ten? Is the Bible wrong? NO, it turns out. The Bible notes a LONGER LIFE – if one is RIGHTEOUS! Let’s hope folks in the news media who target public officials see the light. If they get an award for such efforts, how do they live with their conscience? Assuming there is a conscience. Was it Edward Teller who said when folks seek credit, the honor received is equivalent to 1/100th of the space on a dot?

How about that article which urges a vote against Jim KENNEY? The writer notes anti votes will be a minority.

But it insults the intelligence of the majority of voters who will vote for KENNEY. Under that article, online, the posters were at work. One said the journalist was upset because KENNEY did not attend his annual dinner-show. The show closed down. But not to worry, Mike DRISCOLL is having COMEDY shows at the Ashburner Inn on Torresdale Avenue – which are GREAT! All the brouhaha over Commissioner Anthony CLARK not being in the office. The Committee of ’70 is upset – but the issue WOULD get attention from them in the no-news doldrums between elections. I always thought a City Commissioner’s job is to be ON THE ROAD – to get the pulse of the electorate. If you do that, you need a top administrator in the office. And lovely CARLA is just that! CASE (Cont. Page 19

Philadelphia has a number of tough crime and public-safety issues. But the steady and smart leadership from Police Commissioner CHARLES RAMSEY made all Philadelphians confident the tough issues could be handled. That is why CHS joins many Philadelphians in wishing Commissioner Ramsey best wishes on his retirement.

Ramsey was an innovative leader who implemented new policing techniques that led to a substantial drop in homicides during his tenure from 331 in 2008 to 248 last year. Ramsey also took a tough stance against corruption within the Police Dept. He was a constant source of strength through his attendance at community events and always being at the scene of significant events.

These solid leadership skills were nationally acclaimed and recognized when President BARACK OBAMA tapped Commissioner Ramsey to lead the President’s Task Force on 21st Century Policing. The Commissioner will be sorely missed. But his legacy of achievement will survive for many years to come.

Another bedrock of the Philadelphia community is Temple University. The Temple law alumni celebrated their 100th anniversary at the Monaco Hotel in Society Hill. The prestigious group continues to develop movers and shakers in Philadelphia and in the world.

This year’s law-alumni honorees demonstrate that fact. Former STATE SEN. BOB ROVNER was honored for his public service and commitment to the university. He was the youngest person elected to the Pennsylvania Senate. He went on to build a thriving law practice that focuses mostly on personal injury and criminal defense. He also has a very-popular local radio show in which he interviews VIPs from all walks of life.

Also being honored was dean of the law school JOANNE EPPS, who has been a warrior for equality and fairness. Another trial lawyer, MARNIE KATZ, was honored for her public service and philanthropy, as was LOUIS CARLSON from the prestigious law firm of Archer & Greiner. Special guest was LT. GOV. MIKE STACK, who awarded citations to the honorees.

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LABORERS UNION

Labors Union…Building it right for a better and stronger community And promoting renaissance of North Broad St. Laborers’ District Council of the Metropolitan Area of Philadelphia and vicinity is comprised of four unions:

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Local 332, Samuel Staten, Jr., Vincent Primavera, Jr. Business Manager/Co-Chairman L.E.C.E.T. Co-Chairman Local 135, Daniel L. Woodall, Jr., Damian Lavelle Business Manager L.E.C.E.T. Management Trustee Local 413, James Harper, Jr., Fred Chiarlanza Business Manager L.E.C.E.T. Management Trustee Local 57, Walt Higgins Harry Hopkins Business Manager L.E.C.E.T. Management Trustee Laborers District Council, Ryan N. Boyer, Business Manager.

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.

This ad is presented by LECET The Laborers Employers Cooperation and Education Trust 665 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123 Telephone: 215-922-6139 Fax: 215-922-6109 Web: www.ldc-phila-vic.org Juan F. Ramos Administrator

Heard on the Hill And City Hall Taylor Comments On House Tax Vote State Rep. John Taylor (RNortheast) issued the following statement after the State House voted to reject Gov. Tom Wolf’s latest proposal to increase state income taxes: “The tax proposal that came before the House included a 16% income-tax increase that would have hit our hard-working, middle-class families especially hard. Although the proposal also included a severance tax on natural-gas drilling, the revenue generated by that tax is minimal, as predicted.

“In fact, of the estimated $1.4 billion in new revenue in the 2015-16 fiscal year, 95% of it comes from income taxes on Pennsylvania families and small employers. Just 5% would come from a severance tax, even though the Governor is proposing one of the highest severance taxes in the nation.

A tax on natural gas is simply not going to solve our budget challenges, and it actually could make them worse if the tax is so excessive it drives the industry out of the state. And if the industry leaves, thousands of tradesmen, including plumbers, boilermakers, pipe fitters and electricians, would find themselves out of work.

“There is no question we need to increase revenue to make ends meet, but today’s plan was not the way to do it.

We were being asked to increase taxes on our citizens and small businesses without any indication of how the money was going to be spent.

I acknowledge the need for additional revenue, but I am not going to support increasing taxes without knowing the money is going to be invested in the areas that need it most, such as our schools.”

Donatucci Supports Tax Relief For Seniors State Rep. Maria Donatucci (D-S. Phila.) released

the following statement after supporting the commonsense tax increases included in Gov. Tom Wolf’s budget: “This budget isn’t just about getting through the next fiscal year; it’s about putting Pennsylvania on the right fiscal path now so that our children and grandchildren don’t have to clean up our mess later.

“For years, the previous administration cut education and human service programs to the bone, while letting corporations off the hook. The results were just as you’d suspect: Pennsylvania now has the most inequitable schools in the nation, our state’s credit has been downgraded multiple times and our seniors are dealing with sky-high property tax rates. Something has to change.

“Gov. Wolf’s bold vision would restore education funding and include a $400-million increase for basic education.

This means the Philadelphia City, Southeast Delco and William Penn school districts would be positioned to cut class sizes, offer advanced courses to prepare students for college and bring back teachers who were laid off due to budget cuts.

“In addition, the plan would eliminate school property taxes for about 331,000 seniors and people with disabilities, and expand the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program to include another 569,000 households. It would also finally enact a reasonable severance tax on natural gas – just like the one every other major natural gas-producing state already has in place. These are changes that are long overdue and will help move our state forward.”

Bullock: Compromise Plan Best Chance For Passage State Rep. Donna Bullock (D-N. Phila.) said she voted for the compromise tax plan because: “We lawmakers have

heard all along from our constituents that they want to see compromise, cooperation, new ideas and, ultimately, answers for the mess Pennsylvania is in. We responded by putting forth such a plan in an attempt to bring seniors tax relief, to put money into our schools and to restore funding to human-service agencies – all things Pennsylvanians have been asking for.

“Unfortunately, due to a difference in ideology over taxes and literal pennies on the dollar, the majority party took the easy way out and voted it all down, siding with special interests and against the people.

“As tough as it will be to return to the district after this vote, my Democratic colleagues and I can hold our heads high, knowing that we put forth a viable budget plan that put people first.”

Blondell Seeks Green Incentives Councilwoman at Large Blondell Reynolds Brown, chair of the Council Committee on the Environment, has introduced a bill allowing for density zoning bonuses for developers who incorporate approved green roofs into the building design.

Under the current code, a 10,000 square foot lot in a Residential Multi Family Zoning District (RM-1) would be zoned for 20 dwelling units. If the developer added an approved green roof to the design, the same lot would be zoned for 27 units.

In a Neighborhood Commercial Mixed Zoning District (CMX-2 and CMX-2.5), a 10,000 square foot building is currently zoned for 19 dwelling units and under the new law, would be zoned for 27 units, provided they install an approved green roof.

A green roof is defined by the ordinance as “a treatment to a rooftop that supports living vegetation and includes a synthetic, high quality waterproof membrane, drainage layer, root barrier, soil layer, and vegetation layer.”

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Driscoll To Host First Senior Fair State Rep. Mike Driscoll (D-Northeast) will host his first senior fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23 at the Torresdale Boys Club, 4500 Linden Avenue The fair is free and includes light refreshments, door prizes, and useful information and materials from local and regional organizations, as well as senior-citizen service providers.

Seniors will have access to information on services and programs from many exhibitors. For more information, contact Driscoll’s office at (215) 281-3414 or (215) 333-9760.

Acosta: Dental Services For 19140 ZIP Coders

House Passes Thomas’ Property-Assessors Bill The State House has unanimously passed legislation introduced by State Rep. W. Curtis Thomas (D-N. Phila.) that would bring a new level of professionalism, uniformity and accuracy to Philadelphia’s assessment process.

Thomas’ bill (HB 321) would require the City to use only certified property assessors. Currently, Philadelphia is the only county exempt from a state law that requires those responsible for valuating property to be certified by the State Board of Real Estate Appraisers. The bill would remove that exemption.

“For too many years, Philadelphia’s assessment practices have been unfair, unpredictable and confusing,” Thomas said. “Steps were taken a few years ago in an at-

Delissio Hears Concerns On Henry Avenue State Rep. Pamela A. DeLissio (D-Northwest) hosted a meeting among constituents and stakeholders to hear concerns and discuss safety measures for the upper part of Henry Avenue, between Port Royal and Wissahickon Creek Bridge.

The reason for this meeting was receipt of a petition signed by about 60 constituents regarding the speed of traffic on Henry Avenue.

Attending the meeting were representatives from PennDOT, the Streets Dept., the Pennsylvania State Police, 4th Dist. Councilman Curtis Jones and the 5th Police Dist.

During the meeting, constituents made requests for consideration of traffic-calming measures. Also discussed at length was speed enforcement. Excessive speed was the No. 1 concern of almost all attendees.

It is anticipated that a follow-up meeting will be convened in January 2016 to get an update from PennDOT officials on how community concerns, particularly for traffic-calming measures, will be incorporated into their safetyimprovement plans. An update on the closure of Walnut Lane Bridge will also be provided.

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In an effort to further improve community health, State Rep. Leslie Acosta (D-N. Phila.) wants local residents to know they are eligible for free dental examinations if they live in the 19140 ZIP code and do not have dental insurance.

Temple University’s Kornberg School of Dentistry is set to offer the exams through Mar. 31, 2016. The exams will take place at the dental school at 3223 N. Broad Street. Appointments are not required, but strongly encouraged. Appointments for adults can be made by calling (215) 707-3895, while appointments for children can be set up by calling (215) 707-2863.

“I have long been a champion of increasing access to dental care, so I am pleased to see Temple University reach-

ing out to the community in such a significant way,” Acosta said. “It can be difficult to find quality dental care, especially when you don’t have insurance. I hope all eligible residents will take advantage of this great opportunity.”

Acosta said participants will receive a dental exam, Xrays, and a check for cavities and gum disease, in addition to a personalized plan depending on their needs. If additional procedures are needed, more information will be provided about treatment options.

Earlier this year, the State House of Representatives unanimously approved Acosta’s HR 58, designating February 2015 as National Children’s Dental Health Month. The measure cited federal Centers for Disease Control & Prevention estimates 80% of children in the United States have experienced tooth decay, with children living below the federal poverty level being increasingly susceptible to dental issues.

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(Cont. From Prev. Page) Earlier this year, Mayor Nutter signed the Councilwoman’s bill to double the Green Roofs Tax Credit, doubling the credit off of their Business Income & Receipts Tax liability for approved expenses related to the installation of a green roof from 25% to 50%.

tempt to rectify the system by transferring property-reassessment functions from the City’s Board of Revision of Taxes to a separate Office of Property Assessment, but more needs to be done to restore homeowners’ confidence in the process. My bill would do just that.”

State law requires a certification process that includes a minimum of 90 hours of course study related to appraisals and assessments, an exam on the appraisal process and assessment procedures, and 20 hours of continuing education. Under the Thomas bill, Philadelphia assessors now would be subject to all of this, and have three years to become certified.

The bill goes to the Senate for consideration.

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N.E. Wards Throw Wingding

BIPARTISAN attendance at ward leaders’ picnic lent itself to a good time among opponents.

From left are Gary Grisafi, 53rd Ward GOP Leader; Bill Dolbow, 35th Ward Dem Leader; State Rep. Mike Driscoll; Billy Ivers, GOP Consultant; State Rep. Mark Cohen; Al Taubenberger, GOP candidate for Council at Large; Jim Jenkins; Tom Forkin, 55th Ward vice Photo by Joe Stivala chairman with his Ward Leader Robert Dellavella, Esq. In The Court of Common Pleas Philadelphia County Civil Action – Law No. 150801026 Notice of Action in Mortgage Foreclosure Bank of America, N.A., Plaintiff vs. The Unknown Heirs of Ruth Galloway Deceased & Robert B. Galloway a/k/a Robert Galloway, Jr. Individually and Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Ruth Galloway Deceased, Mortgagor and Real Owner, Defendant(s) To: The Unknown Heirs of Ruth Galloway Deceased & Robert B. Galloway a/k/a Robert Galloway, Jr., Individually and Solely in His Capacity as Heir of Ruth Galloway, Deceased, Mortgagor And Real Owner, Defendant(s), whose last known address is 1341 Weaver Street, Philadelphia, PA 19150. 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 Bank of America, N.A., 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. 150801026, wherein Plaintiff seeks to foreclose on the mortgage secured on your property located, 1341 Weaver Street, Philadelphia, PA 19150, 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. Philadelphia Bar Assn., One Reading Center, Phila., PA 19104, 215-2386333. Michael T. McKeever, Atty. for Plaintiff, KML Law Group, P.C., Ste. 5000, Mellon Independence Center, 701 Market St., Phila., PA 19106-1532, 215.627.1322.

CANDIDATES mingled with N.E. Ward Leaders and party actives. Seen from left are Janice Sulman, Ward 53 Leader; Jim Jenkins of 26th Ward; Bill Dolbow, Ward 35 host; Judge Dawn Segal; Ward Leaders Mike Boyle (5th) and John Sabatina, Esq. (56th); Judge Kenneth Powell; Robert Dellavella, Esq. (55th); State Sen. John Sabatina, Jr.; Judges Abbe Fletman and Mike Fanning; judicial candidate Tracey Roman, Esq.; State Rep. Mark Cohen and Al Photo by Joe Stivala Taubenberger, Council-at-Large candidate.

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ATTORNEY Zac Shaffer, right, hosted fundraiser for Supreme Court candidate Judge Kevin Dougherty at Pyramid Club. Joining Shaffer and Dougherty here were Ward CHRIS MONTOYA, right, Leaders Harry Enggasser and Pat Parkinson. was pleased to meet his faON TOP of the world – vorite Supreme Court candiat least as close as you date Judge Kevin Dougherty can get to it in Mellon at Pyramid Club.

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Col. Tom ANGLIM of Oreland, Pa. finished the 500mile walk across Northern Spain on the Way of St. James (Spain’s patron saint). At the high point of the Camino, at the Cross, he read of the names of 13 soldiers who did not return home from his unit in Vietnam.

The WEEKLY NEWS ZAP on Kathleen KANE: We read a fired employee in her office is suing her. I can only say: WHO CARES?. Then a piece which said the state Judicial Conduct Board hinted Kane

withheld some emails in their investigation of Justice Eakin. I am not sure of that “hint.” Because the article said they “effectively accused” her. Judicial language or WORD DANCING? The absolute NADIR of Kane reporting was the “Addiction” editorial. Use of the word “striptease” to describe a slow release of PORN-GATE emails is reprehensible. It ran when a sister paper was detailing a balanced story on the Eakin mails matter. Do they read their OWN papers? The alleged slow release of emails must be NERVE-RACKING if you have something to WORRY ABOUT. Justice EAKIN ought to resign in the HONORABLE way of Justice Seamus McCaffery. McCaffery is out there today honoring military-service personnel.

Eakin could also find something to do in retirement.

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One of the more-interesting pieces of news that came out around the time of the debate was former PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON’s comment that Rubio is the biggest threat to Hillary’s becoming President. Clinton apparently said this to a small group and added that we must “destroy him before he gets off the ground.” I agree that he could beat Hillary.

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In the presidential debate, candidate HILLARY CLINTON repeatedly dodged the issues surrounding Benghazi and the use of a personal email server for US State Dept. business. When asked about Benghazi, she shooed off the topic by saying she would get to it later (and never did). Where were the moderators?

barraged by those sources.

I believe the fact she used a personal email server exhibited at least bad judgment.

The real problem, however, is her evasiveness which goes to character. US SEN. and Republican Presidential candidate MARCO RUBIO (Fla.) made this same point in an interview yesterday. Rubio also noted that the debate was a step back in time to the 1980s.

They were rehashing the same old issues of what new freebees the government should be providing. Of course there was no real discussion of how to pay for these new entitlement programs.

Political pundit LAURA INGRAM (consistent with the 1980s theme) noted it looked like former US SEN. JIM WEBB (Va.) walked into the

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She claimed she never sent classified information in those emails, but it appears she has.

This was not only a violation of State Dept. policy, but also may have been illegal.

Clinton had an assist from US SEN. BERNIE SANDERS (Vt.) who stopped the email discussion, claiming the American people are tired of hearing about it. Actually, I doubt they are. If you watch Fox News, I might agree as it is covered every day. Yes it is covered in other media outlets, but I do not think we are

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REGISTER OF WILLS Ron Donatucci, GEAR President Jody Della Barba and surprise guest Congressman Bob Brady who is half Irish and half Abbruzzese FIRST WARD LEADER John “Johnny Doc” highlighted 1492 Society dinner meeting Dougherty is one of the award winners for the 1492 Society. Here he is with State Rep. Maria at Galdo’s Catering.

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THE THREE judges! Supreme Court Candidate Judge Kevin Dougherty and Judge RoseMarie DeFino-Nastasi surround Judge Photo by Maria Merlino Angelo Foglietta in his Columbus regalia.

1ST DIST. Councilman Mark Squilla, attorney Steve Marino, Judge Angelo Foglietta as Christopher Columbus and Dan Pellicciotti at the grandstand in Marconi Plaza.

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SOUTH Phila. Business Association was well represented. Here is businessman Jay Agnes and President of the SPBA Jackie Fitzpatrick.

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CHEF Ann DeFusco, 2nd from left, prepares to open her famous Columbus Day Parade morning buffet for Phila. Federal Credit Union staffers and officers. Her annual breakfast fortifies executives, staffers and friends who also received shirts marking PFCU saluting Columbus Day 2015 prior to their taking part in Columbus Day Parade.

TAKE IT EASY! Pat Scioli, Passyunk Avenue tailor to the THE GEATOR, Jerry Blavat, Republican Coun- 6TH DIST. Councilman Bobby Henon and his son stars shows off his Best of cilman David Oh and Grand Marshal Frankie Zachary take time out to pose with 2nd Dist. CouncilAvalon get a cup of coffee at Paradiso Restaurant man, Kenyatta Johnson.

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Photo by Maria Merlino Photo by Maria Merlino Photo by Maria Merlino before the parade.

ATTENDING Memorial Day festivities are Jody Della Barba with Officer Marion Cienkowski, who was keeping the peace.

FATHER JOSEPH KELLEY, Pastor of St. Monica’s Church, is pleased as punch to grab a photo with icons Frankie Avalon and Jerry Blavat. Photo by Maria Merlino

1492 MEMBER Pete Ciarrocchi and Republican Candidate for City Council celebrate 57th annual Columbus Day Parade.

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FRANKIE AVALON can’t believe his eyes! Is that really Christopher Columbus? Or is it Judge Angelo Foglietta?

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UNICO board members Dennis Biondo, Steve Seibert, Angelo Imbezzi, George Ricchezza, with Council candidate Al Taubenberger, get some facts about Columbus’s life from Judge Angelo Foglietta.

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THOMAS DONATUCCI and his mom State Rep. Maria Donatucci celebrate their Italian heritage with Grand Marshal Frankie Avalon.

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BRYN MAWR Presbyterian Church’s Pastor Agnes Norfleet, left, welcomed David Gregory, journalist and author, for public forum along with Nancy Ameen, Esq., chair of series. Gregory talked about his interfaith marriage and how he and his non-Jewish wife decided to become a Jewish family.

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Former Philadelphia police officer and current Allentown Police COMMISSIONER JOEL FITZGERALD also received a champion of equality award. After serving in the ranks of the Philadelphia police, Fitzgerald became Allentown chief and served with distinction. He will now take an executive position in lawenforcement in Fort Worth, Texas.

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WAFFLEMAN (Cont. From Page 14) test drivers’ reflexes and keep them alert.

12. It is tradition in New Jersey to honk your horn at cars in front of you that do not move three milliseconds after the light turns green.

13. To avoid injury in the event of a collision or rollover, it is important to exit your vehicle through the windshield right away. Wearing your seat belt will only impede your high-velocity escape from danger.

14. Remember that the goal of every New Jersey driver is to get ahead of the pack by whatever means necessary.

15. In New Jersey, “flipping the bird” is considered a polite salute. This gesture should always be returned.

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And we all hate that.

So what I’d like to see is a recognition that we still have a year left in the term of President Barack Obama.

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