[UC] Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day! The snow looks pretty but is not a gentle blanket. It sound crunchy, so please be careful if you need to walk or drive on the ice. Best! Liz You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see

Re: [UC] HELLO!!! ALL YOU GENTRIFIED PEOPLE!! SHOVEL YOUR FREAKING WALKS!

Stephen Fisher wrote: > Snow from the sidewalk must be removed ... *at the end of a snowstorm. * As far as I can tell, it's still snowing and will continue until the freezing rain start tomorrow. That said, it's been my experience that the sooner you shovel the better in terms of dealing w

RE: [UC] Mark Norris

No biggie Brian..no offense taken. I posted the info because I know Mark had neighbors in the condo building when he lived out here who may not have heard about the shooting or connected his name. I also know a few list members who knew him from business relationships, work he had done for them

Re: [UC] At Last, A Good Idea About Those Noxious Infernal Combustion Engine Vehicles

How about making public transit actually run according to schedule (without resurrecting Mussolini, that is...)? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; UnivCity@list.purple.com Sent: Tue, 13 Feb 2007 11:25 AM Subject: Re: [UC] A

Re: [UC] Mark Norris

Shit. Sharrieff, I posted a one-liner in response to your other post... and _then_ I saw this one, where you say you knew one of the guys killed. I'm sorry. S. Sharrieff Ali wrote: I don't know how many people on the list knew Mark Norris he lived in U-City for a number of years at the Ga

Re: [UC] Mark Norris 2

S. Sharrieff Ali wrote: A dispute over 200K leaves 4 people dead? Life really isn't worth much today. Roughly $50,000, apparently. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named "UnivCity." To unsubscribe or for archive information, see

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Hi Are you sure it was 4325 and not 4323 Spruce? That already is and has been apartments for years. And yes, there were permits when they enclosed the porch. Personally? I miss the porch, thought it looked so much nicer. But that's progress for ya. On 2/13/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PRO

Re: [UC] HELLO!!! ALL YOU GENTRIFIED PEOPLE!! SHOVEL YOUR FREAKING WALKS!

I liked Kyle's original subject line. On 2/13/07, Salmon, Richard <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: May I finish my day at work first? Then I'll shovel my walk and my older neighbor's walk as well. Maybe tomorrow would have been a better day to send this. Or at least tone down the subject. Dick

Re: [UC] HELLO!!! ALL YOU GENTRIFIED PEOPLE!! SHOVEL YOUR FREAKING WALKS!

> Snow from the sidewalk must be removed ...  at the end of a snowstorm. As far as I can tell, it's still snowing and will continue until the freezing rain start tomorrow.  That said, it's been my experience that the sooner you shovel the better in terms of dealing with snow being compacted d

[UC] Mark Norris 2

A dispute over 200K leaves 4 people dead? Life really isn't worth much today. Info on Mark with photo per request. S http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/16685969.htm http://www.philly.com/mld/inquirer/16689065.htm

Re: [UC] follow-up on missing siamese cat

We could all help out and take down the signs as we see them. I am so relieved to know she is safe and back home with her babes. I'd seen Christina (the owner) walking in the neighborhood, with her kids, on many occasions and it broke my heart to know that Kitty was still missing (especially as s

Re: [UC] HELLO!!! ALL YOU GENTRIFIED PEOPLE!! SHOVEL YOUR FREAKING WALKS!

Bruce, What happened? Have there been multiple deaths and injuries by slipping on snow and ice today? Mario Giorno 36 S. 48th Street Philadelphia, PA 19139 On 2/13/07, B Andersen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Found this old message. thought it was relevant. On 12/9/05, B Andersen < [EMAIL

Re: [UC] HELLO!!! ALL YOU GENTRIFIED PEOPLE!! SHOVEL YOUR FREAKING WALKS!

Found this old message. thought it was relevant. On 12/9/05, B Andersen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: * Snow* Snow from the sidewalk must be removed by the property owner, agent or tenant, as the owner may determine, by city ordinance, at the end of a snowstorm. Un-shoveled Sidewalks and Stree

[UC] Fwd: Calling all RecycleNOWPhilly! supporters

Begin forwarded message: Want Recycling? Demand It! After a year of organizing, the Recycle NOW Philly! Campaign is established all over the City and we have the people and petitions to prove it! February 2007 marks a crucial phase when we need to bring all this energy into the public

[UC] Mark Norris

I don't know how many people on the list knew Mark Norris he lived in U-City for a number of years at the Garden Court Condos. Mark owned Zig Zag Net the company where the shootings took place last night at the Navy Yard business complex. He and his brother were killed. I actually knew Mark f

Re: [UC] Maiming of a house on Spruce St - baseless allegation?

In a message dated 2/13/2007 11:37:41 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I was travelling down Spruce Street today. On the 4300 block I noticed that the porch on 4325 Spruce has been enclosed Are you sure you have the right address? And if you do, and you know the own

RE: [UC] At Last, A Good Idea About Those Noxious Infernal Combustion Engine Vehicles

[EMAIL PROTECTED] making public transportation less expensive! Just make it more reliable!! I have been on a campaign where I call SEPTA and complain every time I have to wait for the 34 trolley. The number is 215-580-7800. When you call, make sure that they take your name and phone number - ot

RE: [UC] Maiming of a house on Spruce St

While wandering along the funky-vibed corner of 40th and walnut yesterday I paused to watch wrecking crews tear down the lock-smith shoppe and was very surprised to discover that behind that boxy, brown cinderblock front was actually the front of an ordinary looking yellow brick row house -- they'd

RE: [UC] At Last, A Good Idea About Those Noxious Infernal Combustion Engine NOT

> Another example of a misguided not ready for prime-time progressive socialist > creating dynamic tension between the classes by taxing the hardworking and successful. > Watch the prosperous businesses, which do not need to stay in Center City, leave our city > with their tax-base. Think of

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In a message dated 2/13/2007 11:37:41 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I was travelling down Spruce Street today. On the 4300 block I noticed that the porch on 4325 Spruce has been enclosed and it looks like converted into apartments. I thought that kind of construct

Re: [UC] At Last, A Good Idea About Those Noxious Infernal Combustion Engine Vehicles

I'm all for a driving tax that goes to support public transportation. I would love to see the trolley and/or bus system expanded with reduced fees. I also agree that more bike racks and bike lanes would be great. The city could start by simply ticking cars that park or drive in bike lanes. That

Re: [UC] At Last, A Good Idea About Those Noxious Infernal Combustion Engine NOT

In a message dated 2/13/2007 10:33:06 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Mayoral candidate Chaka Fattah yesterday proposed examining a "congestion charge" that would require drivers to pay to bring their cars into traffic-clogged parts of central Philadelphia at peak h

Re: [UC] Maiming of a house on Spruce St

I originally read that as "maiming of a horse on Spruce St." I then saw the words enclosed and illegal and was prepared for a story of Bruce witnessing animal cruelty in an illegal, enclosed barn in someone's backyard on Spruce St. Funny how much difference a single letter can make. Jim On 2/13/0

[UC] Maiming of a house on Spruce St

I was travelling down Spruce Street today. On the 4300 block I noticed that the porch on 4325 Spruce has been enclosed and it looks like converted into apartments. I thought that kind of construction was no longer allowed - that building is maimed.

Re: [UC] At Last, A Good Idea About Those Noxious Infernal Combustion Engine Vehicles

Great idea.

Re: [UC] At Last, A Good Idea About Those Noxious Infernal Combustion Engine Vehicles

At the same time, City Council is considering a bill to ban pedicabs, which would be an excellent substitute for deathmobiles: Philadelphia City Council has a pending bill that proposes to ban pedalcycles that carry more than two people, this would directly affect Pedicab companies and possibly a

Re: [UC] At Last, A Good Idea About Those Noxious Infernal Combustion Engine Vehicles

On Tue, Feb 13, 2007 at 10:41:16AM -0500, Kyle Cassidy wrote: > I'm all for it if the exchange is making public transportation free or > significantly less expensive, at least in the areas affected by the > auto-surcharge. And if it pays for more bicycle racks and bike lanes. And a donation to P

RE: [UC] At Last, A Good Idea About Those Noxious Infernal Combustion Engine Vehicles

I'm all for it if the exchange is making public transportation free or significantly less expensive, at least in the areas affected by the auto-surcharge. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ross Bender Sent: Tuesday, February 13, 2007 10:32 A

[UC] At Last, A Good Idea About Those Noxious Infernal Combustion Engine Vehicles

Fattah calls for studying Center City drive-in fee By Michael Currie Schaffer Inquirer Staff Writer Mayoral candidate Chaka Fattah yesterday proposed examining a "congestion charge" that would require drivers to pay to bring their cars into traffic-clogged parts of central Philadelphia at peak ho

Re: [UC] follow-up on missing siamese cat

Thanks for the update. I've seen those flyers & felt sad every time I did. Just out of curiosity . . . Did the owner have to use a trap? Or was he/she able to lure her home? Maggie On Feb 13, 2007, at 9:09 AM, Heather Simoes wrote: Just wanted to post a quick message in case anyone near 4

Re: [UC] follow-up on missing siamese cat

I love to hear news like this!!! -cm On Tuesday, February 13, 2007, at 09:09 AM, Heather Simoes wrote: Just wanted to post a quick message in case anyone near 47th and Hazel had seen the fliers for the missing Siamese cat and was wondering about her or trying to help catch her. I'm h

Re: [UC] follow-up on missing siamese cat

This is good news. How old were the kittens when the cat left? I hope that your friend takes down all those signs now. Margie P. Just wanted to post a quick message in case anyone near 47th and Hazel had > seen the fliers for the missing Siamese cat and was wondering about her or > trying to hel

[UC] Way to go UCity!

The latest "Recycle NOW Philadelphia" Petition Tally by Neighborhoods shows that 19104 and 19143 want it bad, with almost 1,000 petition signatures each, pacing West Phillly to the city-wide lead. Coincidentally? our Councilwoman has received a commitment from the Streets Department to

[UC] Orange male tabby looking for a home

Hi all, I found an orange male tabby less than a year old very dazed, hungry and dehydrated. I took him home - he is not neutered which leads me to believe that he had a rough start on the streets. He looks to be less than a year old. I have given him flea meds and cleaned him up but he needs a pe

Re: [UC] SEPTA & PA govt spending - Irresponsible and out of control

Craigsolve - You're drowning me with your screeds. How come your posts are never easy to read? [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 2/11/2007 1:22:22 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: A couple of years ago, a newly-elected president of the PA Association of

[UC] follow-up on missing siamese cat

Just wanted to post a quick message in case anyone near 47th and Hazel had seen the fliers for the missing Siamese cat and was wondering about her or trying to help catch her. I'm happy to report that her owner caught her yesterday after many attempts. I believe the cat was missing for almost

Re: [UC] University City: Philadelphia's most unique cultural melting pot

> I checked out the page and also found a ³Left of Center² tour, a > ³user-created² tour. > > Margie > > Listening to NPR this A.M. I heard an ad for "soundaboutphilly.com" which > provides "audio tours" of our fair city. Figuring it was some sort of Museum > Tour for your iPod I clicked on over

[UC] University City: Philadelphia's most unique cultural melting pot

Listening to NPR this A.M. I heard an ad for "soundaboutphilly.com" which provides "audio tours" of our fair city. Figuring it was some sort of Museum Tour for your iPod I clicked on over this a.m. while shoving breakfast in my face. They're not really "tours", more like entertainingly edited au