Vol. I No. 78 Keeping You Posted With The Politics Of Philadelphia October 13, 2010 Daily Record Tina Walks

To cheers and tears from her colleagues and friends, including Congressman , State Sen. Christine “Tina” Tartaglione leaves her wheelchair for second time since 2003 accident caused spinal-cord injury that left her paralyzed from hips down. She made rounds of State Senatorial Chamber Tuesday using a walker. She has undergone complex surgeries and grueling therapy ever since and is determined soon to walk without aid of a walker. She was 5th woman to be elected to State Senate when she took office in 1994. Photo by Harry Leech When You Want Your Roof To Be Done Right The First Time 215-464-6425 FAMILY PHARMACY 1416 S. Broad St. 215-755-2010 Most Plans Fattah: Good Accepted Riddance To ‘Don’t Meat & Deli Boneless/Skinless FreshChicken Breast 10Lbs. $19.99 Ask Don’t Tell’ 2024 S. 10th St 215-468-5363 ongressman Judge Phillips is to be commended (D-Phila.), who voted in for her jurisprudence as well as her JS Heating & the House of Representa- courage. The ruling stands on Air Condition Specialist. C Sale on Refrigerant charging, all sys- tives this year to end the “Don’t sound Constitutional grounds, cit- tems. Sale Price for $255. Full service Ask Don’t Tell” policy, issued the ing free speech and due process vi- including filter change. Installation of following statement today com- olations by the government in new system including duct work & mending the ruling by United barring openly gay and lesbian heat pump systems. We offer 35% off on all products. States District Court Judge Virginia members from the armed services. Call (877) 337-3902 Phillips in San Diego to enjoin and She also cites the need to end halt enforcement of DADT in US ‘Don’t Ask Don’t Tell’ as a critical CANDIDATES • POLITICIANS armed forces: step toward improving military News You Can Use! morale, readiness and recruiting at

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2 | THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD 13 OCTOBER, 2010 “Mike Fitzpatrick has been a reliable and dedicated Vets Group steward of our environment. During his earlier service in the House, Fitzpatrick consistently scored at the top Targets Toomey, of our legislative scorecard for his support of legisla- tion to safeguard our environment, use energy more Fitzpatrick efficiently, and diversify America’s energy choices,” VoteVets.org, a national veteran’s organization, is REP President Rob Sisson said. today launching nearly $1 million in hard-hitting broadcast and cable ads in , critical of the veterans’ record of Senate candidate and 8th House Dist. candidate Mike Fitzpatrick. Each Lentz-Meehan in of the ads features veterans from the state. Dead Heat In 7th A poll released today from the Washington, D.C.- Republican based publication The Hill shows Democrat Bryan Lentz has closed Republican ’s lead in the Environmentalists polls, suggesting a surge in support for Lentz in Penn- sylvania’s 7th District. Earlier polls had shown Mee- Plug Fitzpatrick han with a single-digit lead.

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13 OCTOBER, 2010 THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD | 3 New Direction for TWU NEW PRESIDENT OF Transportation Workers Union Local 234, John Johnson, Jr. joins his executive board which was offi- cially sworn in by Harry Lombardo, In- ternational Executive Vice President at union headquarters on Monday. Looking on is former Local 234 president, Jeff Brooks. N.E. Leaders Watched Tina’s Historic Walk 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 Unbeatable Introductory Specials 267.670.8731

TRAVELING up to State Capitol, along with Congressman Bob Brady, were fellow ward leaders including, front row, Bill Dolbow and Christine Solomon; rear, Bob Dellavella, Pat Parkinson, Dan Savage, Controller Alan Butkovitz, City Commission Chair and her FourSeasonsTrans.com 267-670-8727 mother Margaret Tartaglione, and [email protected] Shawn Dillon.

4 | THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD 13 OCTOBER, 2010 blighted and abandon properties in their neighborhoods,” Johnson said. “However, many were not aware of what’s already being done tate Rep. Kenyatta Johnson and how the City and State could

(D-S. Phila.) will co-host a help.” public hearing to address g S the issue of blight and abandoned Confirmed panelists for the hear- properties in Philadelphia commu- ing include Brian Abernathy, City

in nities. deputy managing director; Fran

r Burns, commissioner, Philadelphia The hearing will be held from 10 Dept. of Licenses & Inspections; a.m. to 2 p.m. tomorrow, Oct. 14 at Elizabeth Hersh, executive direc- ea the Church of the Redeemer Com- tor, Pennsylvania Housing Al- munity Development Corp., 1440 liance; Frank Jackovini, chairman, H S. 24th Street. CORE Advisory Group, Pennsyl- vania Association of Realtors; ties Johnson is co-hosting the hearing Janet Lorenz, vice chairwoman, r with State Rep. Curtis W. Thomas, South of South Neighborhood As-

e sociation; Eve Louis, VP, Univer-

old Philadelphia City Council Presi- dent Anna C. Verna, Philadelphia sal Cos.; Al Perry, past president, p City Councilman Darrell C. Clark, Greater Philadelphia Association H

o and members of the State House of Realtors; Maitreyi Roy, VP of Urban Affairs Committee. He said programs, Pennsylvania Horticul- the hearing is in response to the tural Society; Claudia Sherrod, ex- Pr passage of legislation that would ecutive director, South Philly give municipalities the authority to Homes; and James White, policy take action to prevent, restrain, director, Philadelphia Association correct or abate buildings, housing of Community Development or improved lands that are in seri- Corps. ous violation of a building or hous- hted ing code. ATTENTION g

tate Will tate Will PUBLIC NOTICES Johnson said he believes the issue ADVERTISERS li S of blight in the Philadelphia region We publish various types of Legal could best be resolved by local and Notices including: Estate Notices, B Name Changes, Fictitious Name,

y, state legislators working together. Articles of Incorporation and

n more, Call it “I realized during my summer John David for more block meetings that the community 215-755-2000 C O wants to do something about Fax: 215-689-4099

13 OCTOBER, 2010 THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD | 5 Clerk Of

Oct. 13- Quarter Sessions Post 21st Ward GOP Holds Reception at Keenan’s Valley View Inn, 468 Domino La., 6:30-9 p.m. Is Abolished Beer, wine, food, friends. Dona- tion $40. For info (215) 482- ayor Michael A. Nutter Supreme Court Chief Justice 2834. signed legislation yes- Ronald Castille transferred the Oct. 14- Mterday to change The functions and duties of the Office State Rep. Kenyatta Johnson Philadelphia Code and formally of the Clerk of Quarter Sessions to Hearing on Blight and Aban- abolish the powers, functions and the FJD. Following that, Judge doned Property, at Church of the duties of the Office of the Clerk of Pamela Dembe issued an adminis- Redeemer, 1440 S. 24th St., 10 Quarter Sessions. These duties and trative order placing those func- a.m.-2 p.m. Attendance free. Info (215) 952-3378. powers by agreement with the First tions under the Prothonotary’s Oct. 14- Judicial District have been trans- Office, headed by Joseph Evers, Fundraiser for Cindy Bass for ferred to the FJD. The Clerk of which currently performs similar City Council 5 to 7 p.m. at Pub- Quarter Sessions Office was re- functions for the Court for civil lic House, 18th and Cherry. Tick- sponsible for the creation and man- cases. Under this change, the Pro- ets $50-100. For info call Rosa agement of the records in criminal thonotary’s Office now handles Woods at 215-844-5443. cases including bail collection for criminal records in the Common Oct. 14- the Philadelphia court system. Pleas, Municipal and Family Matt Myers hosts 39B Fall courts. Fundraiser at EOM Club, Front & Moore Streets, 6 p.m. Tickets “Today, we are marking a victory $50. For info Matt Myers at for the taxpayers of Philadelphia. Since April, FJD has implemented (215) 467-4643. Our citizens expect efficient, trans- a new, multi-layer management Oct. 15- parent, and low cost municipal structure and operational review of State Rep. John Taylor’s Golf services. This change will ensure the functions to ensure proper allo- Outing at Torresdale Frankford that our Court system is responsive cations of staff for courtroom cov- C.C., 3801 Grant Ave., shotgun to the needs of our citizens,” said erage and transferred Clerk of start 12:30 p.m. For info (215) the Mayor. “Additionally, I would Quarter Sessions employees and 545-1013. like to especially thank the First operations are receiving the re- Oct. 15- 26th Ward Republicans host Fall Judicial District for implementing sources need without additional Festival at Swan Caterers Water- the seamless and professional tran- costs to FJD. FY10 revenue collec- fall Rm., 2015 S. Water St., 6:30 sition of services and duties since tions showed a 27 percent increase p.m. For info (215) 468-2300. this spring.” over FY09 forfeited bail collec- tions. In April, Pennsylvania State

6 | THE PHILADELPHIA DAILY RECORD 13 OCTOBER, 2010 Kernaghan Calls For PHA Reform Task Force ames Kernaghan, Republican candidate for State Representative in the 195th State House Dist. In North JPhiladelphia, called today for the General Assembly to set up a PHA Reform Task Force. “The Task Force would be responsible for reviewing the PHA’s current operations and developing ideas and strategies that would increase efficiency, oversight and transparency,” said Kernaghan.

“The current problems at the PHA should not surprise anyone,” he continued. “The PHA has a long history of managerial problems and cronyism. It was so bad in 1992 that HUD was forced to take over the day-to-day management of the PHA.

“Jonathan Saidel, the PHA chairman and City Controller at the time HUD took over the operations of the PHA in May of 1992, described the PHA as a dumping ground for incompetents and political appointees.

“Pennsylvania State legislature has an opportunity to right the ship at the PHA. I urge it to take bold steps that steer the PHA in the right direction,” Kernaghan said.

N.W. Penna. Probation & Parole Building Will Move he Pennsylvania Board of Probation & Parole will be relocating the Northwest Division of its Philadel- Tphia District Office to a permanent location within State Sen. LeAnna Washington’s legislative district. Being considered by the Board, in conjunction with the Dept. of General Services, is a new construction site at 324 E. Chelten Avenue.

The Board’s policy is to solicit community input before making decisions on new office space. The Board wel- comes any comments or questions that residents may have regarding this matter. Residents are encouraged to direct any questions or comments to the Board of Probation & Parole at (717) 787-6208.

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