[UC] Lead Poisoning Alert
Name of product: Multicolored Sidewalk Chalk Units: 26,000 Packages Manufacturer/Importer: Manufactured by Agglo Corporation, Hong Kong and imported by Target Corporation, Minneapolis, Minn. Hazard: The multicolored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children. The Wisconsin Department of Health tested the chalk and identified the lead in the chalk. Incidents/Injuries: None. Description: The sidewalk chalk is packaged in plastic that is molded to five sticks of chalk and a cardboard backing that is labeled Double Dipp'n Fun. Each stick of chalk is triangular shaped and multicolored, with three colors layered together (green, red, yellow, or blue). This recall does not affect solid color chalk sold in the same packaging. Sold from: The sidewalk chalk was sold at Target stores from March 2003 to July 2003 for about $1 per package. 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.
[UC] Stripping
All pre-1978 housing probably has lead paint. Removal must be done under very controlled conditions to prevent air borne particles from spreading. This means no dry sanding, no burning. Check with the Health Dept. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention -215-685- 2788 before proceeding. Mary 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] Mayor Candidate Forum
Come Hear Mayoral Candidates, Mayor John Street and Sam Katz, discuss childrens issues and answer your questions about Philadelphias future. When: Tuesday, September 30th 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Where: The Free Library of Philadelphia, 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia Sponsored by Philadelphia Citizens for Children and Youth For more Info: PCCY at 215-563-5848 x 11 or www.pccy.org
[UC] Tomorrow's Children's Program
*Free Children's Show* Tomorrow Clark Park South (near Rosenberger Hall, 43rd St. between the basketball court Woodland Ave.) 10:30 AM Rain or Shine July 18 Master Storyteller Charlotte Blake Alston a mesmerizing and captivating performer of great
[UC] Summer Programs for Kids
*Free Children's Shows* Clark Park South (near Rosenberger Hall, 43rd St. between the basketball court Woodland Ave.) Thursdays at 10:30 AM Rain or Shine July 11 Anne-Marie Mulgrew and Dancers imaginative and creative performance by acclaimed Philadelphia choreographer. July 18 Master Storyteller Charlotte Blake Alston a mesmerizing and captivating performer of great renown. July 25 Capoeira with Ron Dukes Brazilian martial arts, combining rhythm and cool movements! August 1 Puppet Theatre by Steve Abrams come join in the fun with these delightful puppets. Sponsored by the Spruce Hill Community Association 257 South 45th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 215-349-7825
[UC] TV Dishes
Has anyone had any bad experiences or very good ones with either Direct TV or Dish TV. I am concerned about how the dish was attached to your house, because mine is already historic. Thanks, MG 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] Re: Schools
Certainly the schools need improvements and despite the many classes that are wonderful, far too many are not. There is no magic bullet, if there was one anywhere in the country to fix big city schools surely we'd know. Money isn't the whole answer either, but paying teachers more thus making the profession more important, along with reducing class size and above all having exellent principals who really know how to make a school perform is a starting place. No complaints about the School District, however, excuses the secretive, way in which the Governor and State Legislature snuck the amendments through. It is simply unacceptable for Edison Schools, Inc. to run schools and also be governing them. This leaves it to control itself with no accountability by public officials who represent us taxpayers! Two local legislators, Senator Tony Williams (717-787-5970 or 215-662-5519) and Rep. Mike Horsey (717-783-1491 or 215-747-0757)voted for the amendments. They should hear your opposition to their sneaky vote. After all the months of what the city government thought were above board negotiations with the state, this was really a disgraceful action. The Mayor spoke out strongly against the passing of the amendment-- Call and thank him for representing the people of Philadelphia on this issue and encourage him to take a strong stand in favor of the local control of our schools: 215-686-2250 Now let's see if the public even gets to see the Edison report. You are receiving this because you are subscribed to the list named UnivCity. To unsubscribe, see http://www.purple.com/list.html. Archive is at http://www.mail-archive.com/.
