[UC] Re: something else to fuss about
I thought I'd wait a couple days before responding to any more emails on the listserve[s]. I cross Baltimore Avenue [most often] at either 43rd, 44th or 45th. I find all the intersections to be dangerous to pedestrians. The crosswalk at 44th and Baltimore is particulalrly dangerous. 44th is one-way and dead-ends at the park. As people either rush to make the light they blindly make either a left or right. People also cut off the pedestrians or try to rush past them when the light first changes. I heard someone active in the SHCA say that they wanted to put Please Yield to Pedestrian signs up. They attributed the danger to pedestrians as ignorance of the law and lack of courtesy. In a message dated Wed, 29 Oct 2003 7:40:48 AM AEDT, J. HolmesAndrews [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Most people seem to read the stop sign in the intersection in front of my house as a slow down a little if you want to sign... what follows are some findings on just how bad this problem is... i hope we will all try not to be part of the problem...and if you have kids, think about how you can help them be safer... by the way - stop signs are for bikes too... thanks You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
Re: [UC] ALERT: Car Breakin - 4800 block of Beaumont
I live in the 4900 block of Cedar Avenue, and there is a car across the street from me which goes off every time a heavy vehicle rolls by. If a city truck goes by, it sounds off. If a large SUV goes by, it sounds. If anything at all happens, it sounds. It does this until at least 2 or 3 am, when the streets have relatively no traffic. I'll bet that's the one you're hearing. I started checking each time I heard an alarm, due to posts about break-ins, and that's how I discovered this baby that cries wolf. Oh well, what can you do... [EMAIL PROTECTED] Margie Politzer [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED], University .net City [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent by: cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: [UC] ALERT: Car Breakin - 4800 block of .purple.com Beaumont 10/30/03 08:37 AM Please respond to Margie Politzer Speaking of Tuesday night, I live on 4600 block of Hazel, and was woken up REPEATEDLY by car alarms going off in a distance. Lots of break-ins that night? Margie From: Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 30 Oct 2003 07:59:38 -0500 To: University City [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [UC] ALERT: Car Breakin - 4800 block of Beaumont Our car was broken into Tuesday night. Someone took a screw driver to the trunk of the car and broke the lock. There was nothing in the trunk of great value, but the damage and repair costs will be significant. I am posting this in order to alert everyone who lives in the area. We have reported this to UCD and will notify the police. Joe Clarke The first casualty of war is truth. And when the elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
Re: [UC] 7 questions on the ballot November 4th
These referenced 7 questions are Proposed Charter Change Questions. There are two (Commonwealth-wide) Ballot Questions which precede the Charter questions. They are extremely important issues for all who advocate for children who have been abused. BALLOT QUESTION #1 AMENDING THE RIGHT OF PERSONS ACCUSED OF A CRIME TO MEET THE WITNESSES AGAINST THEM FACE TO FACE Shall the Pennsylvania Constitution be amended to provide that a person accused of a crime has the right to be confronted with the witnesses against him, instead of the right to meet the witnesses face to face? BALLOT QUESTION #2 AMENDING THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY TO ENACT LAWS REGARDING THE WAY THAT CHILDREN MAY TESTIFY IN CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS Shall the Pennsylvania Constitution be amended to provide that the General Assembly may enact laws regarding the manner by which children may testify in criminal proceedings, including the use of videotaped depositions or testimony by closed-circuit television? The Federal constitution states that a defendant has the right to be confronted with the witnesses against him. The Pennsylvania Constitution currently provides that the defendant has the right to meet his accuser face to face. You can see the difference. Almost all states recognize that young children who have been raped or have witnessed the murder of their parents, or experienced another very serious crime, may suffer additional trauma if forced to testify under the menacing glare of the person who raped them or murdered their parents. Sometimes, these children are so terrorized by that person that they just freeze on the witness stand, unable to speak. Most states permit using videotape or closed circuit television for a child's testimony to the judge and jury. Now you can make it possible for Pennsylvania to give children the same chance for justice and healing. Fred Wolfe, Parish Administrator University Lutheran Church of the Incarnation Chestnut Street at 37th Street Walk 215.387.2885 [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.uniluphila.org At 10:14 AM 10/30/2003 -0500, you wrote: - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, October 29, 2003 1:17 PM Subject: [UC] 7 questions on the ballot November 4th 1. The first question grants the authority to the city controller's office to audit all contracts with agencies that receive city funds. Public agencies and authorities such as the Redevelopment Authority or the Philadelphia Industrial Development Corporation are now not subject to audits, although contracts with these entities often involve many public dollars. This is aimed specifically at the Parking Authority. When the Republicans took over, they promised to improve collections on tickets and contribute the extra proceeds to the School District. So far, they have hired a lot of patronage employees and sent nothing to the School District. 4. This question would raise the ceiling from $10,000 to $25,000 on city contract amounts that require formal bids. There are concerns that this also lowers the gates on pay-to-play. This initiative would also give smaller companies a better chance to go after city contracts, and avoid the cumbersome, expensive, and time-consuming bid process. This would make a long overdue adjustment for inflation. 6. Question #6 is to create an insurance public advocate who would represent the interests of city consumers with the goal of lowering insurance rates. Since this role would be folded into the office of Consumer Affairs, launched since this ballot question arose, and not siphon off resources from its efforts. According to the Inky's Voters' Guide, this question concerns the creation of an office to deal solely with car-insurance rates. . . One of the question's sponsors, Frank DiCicco, said it would cost several hundred thousand dollars annually. . . Mayor Street has already created an Office of Consumer Affairs which focuses on lowering homeowners insurance, eliminating predatory lending practices , and tackling high utility rates Wouldn't it make more sense to add car-insurance rates to the existing agency rather than creating another one? Just my 2 cents worth, Marianne Das [EMAIL PROTECTED] You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
[UC] UC Community Association boundaries
Hi, Is there a resource on the web which describes the boundaries of the various community associations in West Philly? I've been told that my address at 51st and Osage falls into two of them, but I'd like to make sure before I start paying any dues. Also, who is responsible for the upkeep of Malcolm X/Black Oak park when, say, a high-speed police chase ends with a Chevy suburban plowing through the metal and concrete perimeter fence? Just curious, Andrew You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
[UC] Charter/State Changes on Ballot
Brief Info on these: Ballot Questions (At the Bottom of Ballot) State Constitution Amendments Ballot Question #1 Would change the rights of the accused from meeting witnesses face to face to be(ing) confronted with the witnesses. The ACLU is concerned because this change applies not only to children who are witnesses or victims but could be interpreted to take away traditional protections from criminal defendants. Ballot Question #2 Would allow children who are victims or witnesses to testify via videotape or television. The ACLU concern is that juries would have a diminished ability to weigh the credibility of critical witnesses. Child advocates are in favor the ACLU against. City Charter Changes #1 Vote Yes To require that all contracts that receive City funds, or agencies with publicly nominated Board members, or that operate under City ordinance, be subject to audits by the City Controller. #2 Vote No To oppose allowing the City Council President to add two members on the Board of Pensions and Retirement. #3 Vote No To oppose giving preference to Philadelphia-based firms in awarding contracts (because it would not ensure the employment of City residents). #4 Vote Yes To raise to $25,000 the level of contracts exempt from open bid procedures. # 5 Vote Yes To require the City to make a plan for universal health care for all residents. #6 Vote Yes To create a Public Advocate for Insurance to represent consumers. #7 Vote Yes To allow the use of cooperative purchasing among city agencies. Judicial Retention (At Far Right) The Bar Association recommends a NO vote on Genece Brinkley, Tama Meyers Clark and Thomas Watkins.
Re: [UC] Re: something else to fuss about
Bruce Did you really mean to type this? They attributed the danger to pedestrians as ignorance of the law and lack of courtesy. When I walk across that intersection, every day, I swear the threat of danger is not me! I mean, I stop, look both ways, look both ways again, then start, and . . . Oh no! Run! That car isn't stopping! . . . Okay, maybe it is the ignorance of the pedestrians! Thanks, John Ellingsworth http://ellingsworth.org/john/ AIM: jellings28 You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
RE: [UC] ALERT: Car Breakin - 4800 block of Beaumont
All things being equal, it is my understanding that the reason alarms go off all the time is because they are much cheaper and don't have the same quality innards. It sounds as if your neighbor is trying to save money. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, October 31, 2003 9:46 AM To: Margie Politzer Cc: Joe Clarke; [EMAIL PROTECTED]; University City Subject: Re: [UC] ALERT: Car Breakin - 4800 block of Beaumont I live in the 4900 block of Cedar Avenue, and there is a car across the street from me which goes off every time a heavy vehicle rolls by. If a city truck goes by, it sounds off. If a large SUV goes by, it sounds. If anything at all happens, it sounds. It does this until at least 2 or 3 am, when the streets have relatively no traffic. I'll bet that's the one you're hearing. I started checking each time I heard an alarm, due to posts about break-ins, and that's how I discovered this baby that cries wolf. Oh well, what can you do... [EMAIL PROTECTED] Margie Politzer [EMAIL PROTECTED]To: Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED], University .net City [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent by: cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED]Subject: Re: [UC] ALERT: Car Breakin - 4800 block of .purple.com Beaumont 10/30/03 08:37 AM Please respond to Margie Politzer Speaking of Tuesday night, I live on 4600 block of Hazel, and was woken up REPEATEDLY by car alarms going off in a distance. Lots of break-ins that night? Margie From: Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Joe Clarke [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 30 Oct 2003 07:59:38 -0500 To: University City [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [UC] ALERT: Car Breakin - 4800 block of Beaumont Our car was broken into Tuesday night. Someone took a screw driver to the trunk of the car and broke the lock. There was nothing in the trunk of great value, but the damage and repair costs will be significant. I am posting this in order to alert everyone who lives in the area. We have reported this to UCD and will notify the police. Joe Clarke The first casualty of war is truth. And when the elephants fight, it is the grass that suffers. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. This message (including any attachments) contains confidential information intended for a specific individual and purpose, and is protected by law. If you are not the intended recipient, you should delete this message. Any disclosure, copying, or distribution of this message, or the taking of any action based on it, is strictly prohibited. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
[UC] Halloween : Squirrel Hill Haunting at 4611 Springfield (@ nec of Farragut)
RE: Squirrel Hill Haunted Halloween at 4611 Springfield (@ nec of Farragut) Today, Friday 10/31/03 from 5-7 PM They say no good deed goes unpunished... First lots of folks E-replied that my Halloween message inspired them to buy extra treats and to entertain, not be entertained, but one, Cynthia Preston, coordinator of Squirrel Hill Police Substation and Vice-Chair of the Town Watch Task Force called to enlist help finding a substitute location for her Annual Haunt, normally held at the temporarily unavailable Water Fall Park (at 48th Chester). So I volunteered our front porch, side yard and decorations and candy for 100's. Cyndy has rounded up 1,000 Treat Bags plus Apples, Sodas and Gifts. And she gathered donations of the time and talents of Joanne Black, Cora Jackson, Lynnete Jenkins, Carol Johnson, Jackie Slaughter, Rita Marty Cabry, Fonnie Rainey and other Adults will help lead families through the Haunted path beside our home. It should be a hoot. From front porch to back gate is only about 120 feet but there will be five stations of treats and haunts. So, it will be a lot of work and expense, but... if our neighbors visit and bring their beautiful children it will be a Labor rewarded by smiling faces. This is the Eighth Annual Halloween Gala sponsored by Squirrel Hill and led by Cynthia Preston. Anyone who has ever attended knows that this is one of the events to experience for a complete UC Halloween. I read with sorrow the story of Collingswood's Bruce Jackson, age 19, weight 45 #s, foraging for food in trash. There is hidden hunger in many places. Who knows what your treat will mean to a child or family. University City is a magnet for Trick or Treaters because we are generous and have a lot of innovative decorators and thespians. Many of us have already enjoyed the magnificent Spiral Q parade and re-listed below are some of the other events that layer to make our neighborhood Haute Halloween. * Some other Halloween Events. For old fashioned, house to house, all ages Trick or Treating, the best cooperation among neighbors might be the 4200 Block of Regent and 4700 4800 Block of Windsor and University Mews Courtyard October 31, 4:30-5 ish p.m. Clark Park Halloween Parade for children 6. Starts at the Flagpole in the center of the park between 43rd 44th, Baltimore and Chester Avenues. The parade runs up 44th, down Larchwood and Little Osage and back to the park. Neighbors supply the treats. This is sponsored by the East of West Town Watch. Frank Chance for details at mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] October 31, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Woodland Presbyterian Church (42nd and Pine) All Saints Party Dinner, games, candy, fun, and fellowship. All are welcome. Call or e-mail Cristle Judd if you'd like more info: 215-471-6924; mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]). Fri. 10/31 at 8pm The Rotunda: 4014 Walnut Street, Philadelphia. The Paul Green School of Rock Music Presents http://www.schoolofrock.com The 1st Annual Halloween Frank Zappa Dance Party. Free. All ages. Gina Renzi, 215-573-3234. www.foundationarts.org *** For your convenience my Web page links to any ACTIVE listings and many useful sites and tools: http://ilead.realtor.com/display/?id=13380525; Elizabeth Campion Neighbor, PENN Grad '77 Real Estate Broker Direct VM: 215-790-5653 Cell Phone: 215-880-2930 Private mail to : P.O. Box 23632 Phila, Pa 19143 MailTo:[EMAIL PROTECTED] or MailTo:[EMAIL PROTECTED] PRUDENTIAL, FOX ROACH Reception: 215-546-0550 Shared Fax: 215-546-9781 Office at 210 W. Rittenhouse Sq., Suite # 406 Phila, Pa 19103 The best thing to hit the internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today! You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe or for archive information, see http://www.purple.com/list.html.
