
Mayfair is a vibrant Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood, home to a variety of stores, pubs and restaurants and the proud host of community events all year long. The Civic Association consists of volunteer citizens focused on the betterment of their Community. Our General meetings are held the 3rd Monday of March, May, September and November and the 4th Monday of January at 7PM at the Mayfair Community Center, St. Vincent St. and Battersby St.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
2012 Mayfair Award Recipient Monsignor Charles McGroarty

Meeting Re: Slasher
Northeast Philadelphia Hall of Fame Announces 2012 Inductees
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Release Re Tire Slasher and Correction
For Information contact Joe DeFelice, President Mayfair Civic Association at 215-292-3926 or via email at mayfaircivicassociation@yahoo.com
Today the Philadelphia Police Department arrested David Toledo of the 4000 block of Aldine street in relation to the tire slashings on that block an the surrounding area. This person has been portrayed as a member of the Mayfair Townwatch. This is absolutely false. He never attended training, is not certified nor does he reside within the boundaries of the organization. He has, at times however, referred to himself as a block watch member. While we are thankful to Capt Frank Bachmayer an the 15th District for their arrest, we ask that the news media clear the record and make the necessary corrections to their story so that the Mayfair Townwatch can continue to make Mayfair a safe and great place to live and work.
Friday, April 20, 2012
2012 Mayfair "May Fair" 5th Annual
http://www.mayfaircivicassociation.com/p/mayfair-may-fair.html
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Mayfair Fallen Heroes Run Honoring Fire Fighter Joseph Konrad
New Parklet Program - Any Businesses Interested?
MOTU’S PARKLET PILOT PROGRAM
Spring is upon us, and that means we are all itching to get outside and enjoy our neighborhood. If you made it out to West Philly last summer you may have had a chance to enjoy the city in a whole new way, sitting on a Parklet. Parklets are small platforms that take the place of parking, with seats and tables that allow people to stop, sit and enjoy their neighborhood street life. They can act like a front porch or stoop to hang out on. The University City District partnered with the Mayor’s Office of Transportation and Utilities to pilot Parklets at 43rd and Baltimore and 36th and Lancaster. It was a serious attraction for the entire neighborhood, and was full every weekend. The parklet, sited in front of the Green Line Coffee Shop, also boosted their revenue by nearly 20%.

Monday, April 09, 2012
Zoning Update - Trailer at Mayfair School - Not Opposed

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
Ms. Lynette Brown-Sow
Chairperson
Zoning Board of Adjustment • Municipal Services Building
1401 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19102
Re: Use Variance at 2901 Princeton Avenue (thru to Saint Vincent, Hawthorne, & Brous Streets)
Cal. No.: 17486 Appl. No.: 385313 Applicant & Attorney: Anthony P. Forte, Esq. (Saul, Ewing LLP)
Owner: School District of Philadelphia (SDOP), William Fox, Jr.; Director Zon. Class.: R-5 Residential
Dear Ms. Brown-Sow:
Please accept this letter on behalf of the Mayfair Civic Association (“MCA”) which represents the neighbors of the Mayfair Community. In reviewing the Zoning Board of Adjustment’s Notice, the Applicant/Owner proposes:
“Permit for the Erection of a One (1) Story Temporary Mobile Classroom Trailer (12’ Wide x 56’ Long) to an Existing Public School Campus with Existing School Building. Accessory Parking and Three (3) Existing Free Standing Classroom Trailers (No Permits on File for Two (2))”
We DO NOT OPPOSE this Variance, with ALL of the Following Provisos.
1. Powerwash and Clean with Cleaning Agents, the Existing Three (3) Classroom Trailers. Repair any Dents, Damage, and Loose Exterior Structural and Siding Components. Re-Paint All Four (4) Trailers to Match. Based on information gathered at our Civic Zoning Hearing, the Fourth (4)/Proposed Classroom Trailer will be “Used”, rather than New.
2. Powerwash and Clean with the Appropriate Solvents, the Timber Access Stairs at each Trailer. The existing stairs and landing are very weathered. Stain and Seal, all Four (4) Sets, the Existing Three (3), and the Proposed One (1).
3. Reassess the Current Lighting at the Area of the Trailers’ Placement, and provide adequate Lighting as necessary to deter Vandalism, Loitering, and Illicit Activity; detrimental to the Health of the Mayfair Community.
4. Powerwash and Clean with Cleaning Agents, the Existing Playground, along the Princeton Avenue Property Line, east of Battersby Street. This Same Playground is in desperate need of Repairs. Repair and Replace any and all Broken, Damaged, or Missing Components of the Playground; including but not limited to, the Play Equipment, all Ground Surfaces (including Matting), Fencing, and Masonry Walls.
5. Develop Conceptual Plans with the Mayfair Civic Association, and our respective Playgrounds Committee, on making Improvements and Additions to this same playground, on School grounds.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at the numbers below.
Very Truly Yours,
Joseph J. DeFelice, Esq. Peter J. McDermott
President Secretary/Zoning Chair.
(215) 292-3926 (267) 767-0049
cc: Suzanne St. Marie, Mayfair Community Development Corporation
Lisa M. Deeley, Councilman Bobby Henon
Michael Scotese, Mayfair Business Association
Jamie Spagna, School District of Philadelphia