Methadone Clinic Hearing (Healing Way)

Wednesday December 5, 2012
10AM
City Hall Courtroom 426

The Oral Arguments for Appeal of the Healing Way Methadone Clinic will be held in Court Room 426 in City Hall before Judge Idee Fox at 10AM on 12-5-12.

MAYFAIR CHRISTMAS VILLAGE WITH CRAFT FAIR TO COMPLEMENT ANNUALCHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

Mayfair Business Association, MayfairCivic Association and Mayfair CDC

Contact:          MiaHylan                               FORIMMEDIATE RELEASE

Phone:             215-888-1243

Email:              mhylan@gmail.com

Web:                www.mayfairbiz.com

FIRST ANNUAL MAYFAIR CHRISTMASVILLAGE WITH CRAFT FAIR TO COMPLEMENT ANNUAL CHRSITMAS TREE LIGHTING

Festivities Kick-Off at 1pm at Cottman and Frankfordwith Tree Lighting at Roughly 4PM

On Sunday December 2, 2012

            The Mayfair Business Association (MBA), Mayfair Civic Association (MCA) and Mayfair CDC (MCDC) are excited to announce the formation of the Mayfair Christmas Village with Craft Fair and Tree Lighting.  Previously the MBA and MCA had hosted a Christmas tree lighting in various areas of our neighborhood including atCottman and Frankford along with Frusco’s Steaks Courtyard; however with public urging for a centrally located tree as well as the success of the MCDC’s Farmers Markets preview, the organizations decided to team up and put a new spin on an old classic and create a new tradition with our first ever Christmas Village.  MCDC Chairman and MCA President Joe DeFelice stated that “the addition of the Christmas Village will further add to all the great things that are already going on in Mayfair and further supplant Cottman and Frankford as a major shopping and social destination for Philadelphians and beyond.  Mayfair has long held pride in the Christmas season as it is on display on every block in our neighborhood during late November and December and we believe it is time to take that display to the doorway of our neighborhood.” 

The Christmas Village will contain some of the vendors thatwere prominent at the Mayfair Farmers Market such as Stern Farms, Wild FlourBakery, Desiree’s Deserts, the Grey Lodge Pub, Cardinal Hollow Winery, GreatAwakenings Coffee Company and many more including Craft vendors such asHeadquarters Art, Pretty Cool Crochet, Steel Your Idea Wine Racks and many morevendors selling candles, ornaments, homemade baked goods, handmade jewelry,crafts and artisan goods.  MBA jack of alltrades Lisa Greco believes that this will be the finest tree lighting to dateand added that “With the success built off an ever growing Thanksgiving Parade,this Village and Tree Lighting are shaping up to be the best one ever.  We are happy to have our Parade GrandMarshalls, MCA President Joe DeFelice, Tacony Civic President Mary Benussi andHolmesburg Civic President Rich Frizell, on hand to light the tree and furtherexpound on the parade theme of Neighborhood Unity.”

Aside from the tree and the crafts, the Village will haveexciting entertainment for the children and the children at heart such as theYuletide vocals of Trish Paffen, music by other neighborhood artists, free hotchocolate giveaways and a visit by Santa and Mrs. Claus.  MCA Sgt at Arms Donny Smith believes that“this year is gonna rock.  We are alreadybecoming an entertainment hub with our Annual May Fair, events for the Childrenlike our Annual Easter Egg Hunt and weekly Pennypack Park Concerts, who will beproviding sound by the way.” 

This event will be held rain or shine and is expected to bejust another reason that Mayfair remains a great place to live, work and raisea family.

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Mayfair Civic Association November Meeting Minutes

Mayfair Civic Association Meeting

Monday, November 19, 2012

7:30pm

Lower Mayfair Recreation Center

Board Members Present
Joseph DeFelice, Pete McDermott, Kevin Leonard, ,Anna Stacey, Donny Smith, Lisa Greco, Mia Hylan, John Jenkins, James Ortlieb, Milt Martelack
Board Members Absent
Dana Lambie, Mike Williams, Mike Serverson, Melinda Mulvenna, Suzann St. Marie, Megan Whalen, Mike Ennis
Proceedings
Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting called to order at 7:38 pm by President Joe DeFelice.
President Joe DeFelice asked for a round of applause in recognition of all the work put in by the Mayfair Holmesburg Thanksgiving Parade Committee members Lisa Greco, Donny Smith, Pete McDermott, Kevin Leonard and Mia Hylan.
Vacant residential lot between Ryan Ave and Cottman Ave (3500 block) Update
The MCA is working with local attorney to parcel off the property acquired by the previous board of the MCA to sell to neighbors. At this point, it is recommended that the MCA go through the process to get the subdivision approved and the parcels separated out as independent units. The lawyer handling this issue requires a $4000.00 trust retainer to take the issues before the zoning board. Extreme Towing continues to tow any unregistered cars off of the property.
Membership and By-Laws Update
Review of by-laws changes from previous meetings requires that voting members be paid members of the civic association. If interested in membership, attendees were asked to see Sergeant at Arms, Donny Smith or Assistant Sergeant at Arms, John Jenkins to obtain an application and pay for membership. Applications can also be obtained at the Mayfair Civic Association website at mayfaircivicassociation.com.

Treasurer's Report
Treasurer Kevin Leonard reports that the current balance is $4229.48.
Previous Balance as of 9/15/12: $4114.85
Deposits:  $1099.63
Withdrawals:  $985.00
Methadone Clinics Update
The Healing Way is still going forward with the oral arguments hearing scheduled for 11/05/12. Currently, via donations, $3000 has been raised for the neighbors’ defense fund to help offset ongoing legal costs incurred by the case. Any other donations for the defense fund can be sent to Mattioni Law Firm located at 399 Market St. Suite 200 Philadelphia, PA 19106. More information is available on the MCA website mayfaircivicassociation.com.
The Mayfair Civic Association will be arranging for buses to bring neighbors down to the hearing.
The Holmesburg Civic association and representatives from other local businesses, civic associations and politicians’ offices participated in a meeting with Northeast Treatment Centers (NET) about the possible placement of another methadone clinic on State Road next to Sweet Lucy's. The Holmesburg Civic Association is opposed to this treatment center and the MCA will write a letter in support of the HCA'a opposition of the methadone clinic for the November 28, 2012 zoning hearing.
 Zoning
 New Zoning
Applicant: Pastor Thomas Buck of the Westminster Mayfair Presbyterian Church at 6300 Harbison Ave. (Harbison and Brous Ave). 19149
Attorney Joe Beller and Pastor Buck are seeing permission for the removal of an existing monument sign and for the erection of one new free-standing animated L.E.D. message wallboard. The use of an animated sign is not permitted in this zoning district (Residential). Pastor Buck and Attorney Joe Beller provided handouts and pictures for meeting attendees and the MCA board of the new proposed sign.
Not opposed.

Applicant: Benzenia Drake for Fishers of Knowledge Day Care Center 7153-57 Frankford Ave. 19135.
Ms. Drake is applying for the erection of a flatwall awning accessory to the use of a child daycare facility. The proposed awning is not permitted to extend beyond the frontage of the window/door facade. The top of the proposed awning is not permitted to extend higher than 14ft above the street line.  The sign was put up quicker than expected and the sign coverage exceeds the allowed percentage that the city allows.
Ms. Drake was asked to consider joining the MBA, actively participate in Community Events, and to pledge to clean the outside sidewalk and property daily as part of the provisos.
Not opposed with provisos

Mayfair Farmers' Market

The last Mayfair Farmers' Market of 2012 was held on 10/14/12. There are plans to hold a full time market starting in either April or May 2013.

Mayfair Christmas Village

The Mayfair Christmas Village and Craft Fair is scheduled for Sunday December 2, 2012. There will be 30 vendors at the intersection of Cottman and Frankford. Several of the vendors who participated in the Fall Festival/Farmers' Market previews will be attending. The Mayfair Christmas Village will be held from 1-4pm. Tables are $10 each if anyone is interested in participating.

Mayfair Christmas Tree Lighting The Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies will start at 4pm and the tree lighting will be held at dusk.  This year the tree will be lit by the Grand Marshals of the parade, MCA president Joe DeFelice, Tacony Civic Association president, Mary Benussi, and Holmesburg Civic Association president, Rich Frizell. President Joe Defelice asked that recognition and thanks be given to Bill Frusco who had donated the tree and hosted the event in the past. The Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held at the Frankford and Cottman intersection in front of Republic Bank. A “Toys for Tots” drop off box and a box for donating gently used books and DVD's for Children's Hospital of Philadelphia will also be there.

Mayfair Holmesburg Thanksgiving Parade Update
"Neighborhood Unity" was the theme of this year's parade 11/18/12 starting at noon.  The parade route was from Rhawn Street to Knorr Street. The Presidents of the 3 civic associations, Joe DeFelice (Mayfair), Mary Benussi (Tacony) and Rich Frizell (Holmesburg) were the Grand Marshals and the parade appeared to go off without any major issues. Parade committee member Donny Smith asked that special recognition be given to the 15th police district for their support despite the recent change in district captains.

Mayfair Dog Park Update
A fundraiser was held at the Grey Lodge Pub on 11/10/12 with raffles and a 3-hour afternoon happy hour with cash bar. The committee was looking to raise money to file for 501c3 status and has approximately $500 currently which should be enough to get the process started. The committee had met previously with Barry Bressler, Chief of Staff for Philly Parks and Recreation, who states that Parks and Recreation is willing and interested in including a dog park somewhere in the neighborhood but the location is yet to be determined. Money for fencing and long term maintenance needs to be raised (approx. $10,000).
Mayfair Clean-up Committee Update
A volunteer team of neighbors led by Jim Ortlieb and Anna Stacey continue to hold clean-ups assisted by CLIP. Most recently they did the Frankford Ave Business Corridor, the Mayfair Playground at Mayfair Elementary and Mayfair Memorial Playground at Lincoln High School. The committee also removed the planter boxes from out front of Family Dollar on Frankford Ave which were being used as trash cans and ashtrays.
The next committee is always looking for suggestions for areas in the neighborhood that could use a cleanup. Make any suggestions about areas that need a clean-up via their Facebook page at "Mayfair Clean-Up".
Mayfair Memorial Playground (at Lincoln High School) Update
The first birthday celebration and Halloween Spooktacular fundraiser at MMP was held on Saturday, 10/27/12 from noon to 2pm. Kids under 10 were able to decorate a mini-pumpkin and play Halloween themed games. All proceeds continue to go towards new fencing and equipment at the playground.
CDC update
The CDC continues to explore a Business Improvement District (BID) for Holmesburg/Mayfair to spur business development.
The CDC is also exploring a Greening Grant of $30,000 from the city for cleaning graffiti off the poles and cleaning up the business corridor.
CDC is working with a conservatorship of a house at Sheffield and Frankford, take the property, and clean it up. The CDC was granted temporary custody of the property however the Court stalled this on the condition that the owner would install new windows and flooring in the house. The house will be put back on the market and the neighbors have not had to deal with any ongoing issues related to rats and birds in the neighborhood.


Open Discussion
Captain Frank Bachmeyer was presented with a plaque courtesy of the Mayfair Town Watch and the Mayfair Civic Association. Members of the Tacony Town Watch, Tacony Civic Association and the Northeast Quality of Life Coalition also presented Captain Bachmeyer with a plaque in recognition of his services to the neighborhoods.
The MCA welcomed Captain John McCloskey, new captain of the 15^th police district. Captain McCloskey spoke briefly and wants to focus on drug corners within the 15th police district as it spills over into the quality of life of the area and an increase in communication between the community and his officers. 
Newly re-elected State Representative Kevin Boyle was present to address issues regarding issues and concerns in the neighborhood. His office is aware of the issues happening in Lower Mayfair and he and his staff are available at their district office at 7518 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19136 or via phone (215) 331-2600 to address any issues. Rep. Boyle's district office is also a designated drop off point for canned goods for families in the area. Rep. Boyle took several questions regarding the proposed methadone clinics in the area.
The President of the Frankford Civic Association addressed quality of life issues in Frankford based on the influx of treatment centers and people seeking treatment in their neighborhood.  He encouraged the people of Holmesburg to fight the placement of the methadone clinics based on his observed negative impact on the Frankford community.
Lisa Deeley, representative from Bobby Henon's office. Ms. Deeley spoke of the newly created Problem Properties Advisory Committee. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 27, 2012 from 6-8pm at St. Bernard's. Councilman Henon and the PPA committee have issued subpoenas of neighbors to address ongoing issues with their problem properties. Go on the councilman's website www.bobbyhenon.com and click on the "Bad Neighbor Initiative" to report problem properties.
Ms. Deeley encouraged a neighbor who was having issues with motorcycles and noise producing vehicles to discuss it with the 15th Police District.
Ms. Deeley stated that they are looking into a complaint that they had received last week regarding the parking restrictions around Robbins and Hawthorne around the schools. Members of the senior center and the preschool are unable to park around the school during school hours.
Councilman Henon's district office is located at 6730 Torresdale Ave and his staff are there Monday through Friday from 9am-4pm
Chris Pienkowski a representative from Councilman-at-Large, David Oh's office was also present and briefly discussed the coverage area of the Councilman-at-Large.
A neighbor asked a question about the potholes in the alleyways between houses. She has been trying to get the neighbors behind her home to help with the cost of filling the holes of their shared driveway but they do not appear to be interested. She wanted to know what her legal responsibilities were if something happened because of the hole. It was recommended that she either fill in the hole herself or at least fill in the hole on her half of the driveway.   
Mayfair Town Watch VP Joe Conboy asked about how to get trash picked up in the rear driveway of a neighborhood instead of out front.
In order to receive driveway trash pickup a resident of the block must write a letter to Clarena Tolson, Streets Commissioner at Municipal Services Building 1401 JFK Blvd. Rm 730 Philadelphia, PA, 19102 and make a formal request.
 Mayfair Town Watch Update
 The group is still looking for volunteers to become regular patrol members. More information can be found on Facebook under "Mayfair Town Watch" or at mayfairtownwatch@gmail.com. Applications and information were also present at the meeting.
Mayfair Town Watch President Anna Stacey reiterated the need for new members to patrol the streets with current member. Currently patrols are limited due to lack of patrolling members. The next 2 hour certification meeting will be held on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 10:30am at the Mayfair Community Center.
The next MCA meeting will be scheduled for January 21. 2013 at 7pm at the Mayfair Community Center.
Meeting adjourned at 8:53pm. 
Meeting minutes submitted by Communications Secretary Mia Hylan on 11/19/2012.

PRESS RELEASE: MAYFAIR HOLMESBURG THANKSGIVING PARADE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:           Mia Hylan                  

Phone:             215-888-1243

Email:              info@thanksgivingparade.org

Web:                http://www.thanksgivingparade.org/

MAYFAIR HOLMESBURG THANKSGIVING PARADE

Festivities Kick-Off At 12:00PM at Rhawn and Frankford Ave 

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2012

NOON TO 3:00PM

The Mayfair Holmesburg Thanksgiving Parade Committee is pleased to announce the 36th annual MH Thanksgiving Parade to be held on Sunday, November 18th, 2012 (Rain Date – Sunday, November 25th) from Noon to 3:00pm. The parade route will be along Frankford Ave.

The parade committee decided on the theme of  "Neighborhood Unity" to celebrate the community and all of the local business who have been the financial backbone of our neighborhood. Parade committee member Peter McDermott states, "Many generations have come to "The Avenue" for this fun-filled family event each November whether they still live here, or have since moved away. It's a Northeast Philadelphia tradition."

Parade committee member, Donny Smith states "Since the parade route travels along three different neighborhoods, we found it only fitting to ask the Presidents of those the three neighboring Civic Associations to be our Grand Marshals this year." Lisa Greco, Mayfair Business Association member and another parade organizer also states, "We are honored to have Rich Frizell, President of the Holmesburg Civic Association, Joe DeFelice, President of the Mayfair Civic Association, and Mary Benussi, President of the Tacony Civic Association as our three Grand Marshals." Adds Kevin Leonard, "These three individuals do an outstanding job of uniting our neighborhoods behind common causes to protect the neighborhood, working to bring in projects or events that have a positive impact on our citizens, and are tirelessly dedicated to the betterment of the community. It's the dedication to their neighborhoods that inspired this year's theme."  

As in past years, there will be an announcer and a stage set up at the intersection of Frankford and Cottman Avenues where participants will have the opportunity to perform for two to three minutes for the crowds. There is also an opportunity for the local community to enter in their own home made floats where there will be ribbons for the "Most Creative Float", "The Funniest Float", as well as "The Best Parade Themed Float". As always, children are encouraged to bring their letters to Santa to be collected by Santa's Elves at the end of the parade.

More information about the Mayfair Holmesburg Thanksgiving Parade can be found at  http://www.thanksgivingparade.org/, by calling 215-624-6660 or emailing the parade committee at

info@ThanksgivingParade.org

                 

Mayfair Civic and Townwatch Community Meeting AGENDA

When:  Monday November 19, 2012
            7:30PM
Where: Lower Mayfair Rec Center
            3001 Robbins Ave
            Philadelphia, PA 19135
What:   Mayfair Civic Association and Mayfair Townwatch Community Meeting

Attention Mayfair!!! Join us for our next Community Meeting scheduled for November 19, 2012 at 7:30 PM at the Lower Mayfair Community Center, 3001 Robbins Ave. Representatives in attendance will include: Mayfair Civic Association, Mayfair Town Watch, 15th PD Captain Bachmayer, Office of State Representative Kevin Boyle and Office of City Councilman Bobby Henon. 
If you have questions, concerns or any quality of life issues on your block-this is YOUR chance!!! Feel free to e-mail us with any questions at m

ayfairtownwatch@gmail.com

The Mayfair Civic Association will lead off the meeting with their November meeting which will include zoning, neighborhood updates and committee reports. Please Note that this meeting will be held at the lower Mayfair Rec rather than our usual location at the Mayfair Community Center to accommodate the lower part of the neighborhood and that the start time was changed to 730 so people could be on time.

www.mayfaircivicassociation.com

Agenda MCA meeting Nov. 19, 2012 

7:30PM

Lower Mayfair Community Center

Pledge of Allegiance

Membership Update

Treasurer's Report

Zoning

·        - 7157 Frankford Avenue (South of Wellington Street, East Side of Frankford Avenue) d/b/a Fishers of Knowledge

·        - 6300 Harbison Avenue (East of Brous Avenue, South Side of Harbison Avenue) Westminster Mayfair Presbyterian Church

Clean-up Committee

Mayfair Fallen Heroes Run Update

Northeast Dog Park Update

Playground Update

Parade Update

Christmas Village and Tree Lighting Update

Mayfair CDC Update - include farmers market update

Old Business

Town Watch Community Meeting

Statement on the 15th District Captain Change

All
Recently we were notified that Captain Frank Bachmayer had been transferred from the 15th Police District and has been replaced by Capt. John McCloskey.  We, the Mayfair Civic Association, truly appreciate the relationship that we have had with captain Bachmayer and appreciate his service to our City and our Community.  Captain Bachmayer was always accessible and he will be missed.  Nevertheless, we are also excited about beginning a new a relationship with Captain McCloskey; should that relationship even come close to the the level that we had with Bachmayer, Mayfair will be a better place.
Sincerely,
The Executive Board of the Mayfair Civic Association

Capt Bachmayer to Leave 15th District/Capt John McCloskey to Lead

Capt Bachmayer has truly been a great friend to the citizens of Mayfair and will be missed; we hope to have the same relationship with Capt McCloskey.

Big Changes at Philly Police Department

The Philadelphia Police Department re-organized its core management team on Friday -- a move that Mayor Michael Nutter called "significant" because it would "strengthen the City's crime-fighting strategy." Police Commissioner Charles Ramsey said the moves would streamline and strengthen the organization.

The department did have nine Deputy Commissioners and that number has been cut to five. Four Deputy Commissioners are retiring and only one is being replaced. The most significant promotion among the Deputy Commissioner rank is Denise Turpin. She was named the new Deputy Commissioner in charge of the Internal Affairs Office of Professional Responsibility. Turpin was a Staff Inspector with Internal Affairs.

"She has an outstanding reputation among the men and women of the Philadlephia police department and she will be exceptional in the role," Ramsey said.

A total of 36 command changes were made on Friday. Five of the city's six police divisions are getting new Inspectors.

Of the city's 26 police districts, seven are getting new Captains.

The following departments now report directly to Ramsey:

• The Office of Professional Responsibility
• Special Advisor to Police Commissioner
• Office of Standards and Accountability
• Forensic Sciences Bureau
• Field Operations
• Support Services and Strategic Initiatives and Innovations

Nutter said they've assigned more responsibility to the core management team to focus on making the Philadelphia safer and stronger. "Crime, unfortunately, is a very serious issue in the City of Philadelphia."

To see some of the changes, click HERE

Mayfair Holmesburg Thanksgivinig Parade

36th Annual Mayfair HolmesburgThanksgiving Parade - Sunday November 18th. 12pm - 3pm. Rain Date: Sunday, November 25th donations can be sent to MHP c/o BellalisaHair Studio 3530 Cottman Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19149.

Company Overview

Now is the time to show your community spirit and pride.

Join us in our 36th stroll down the Ave. this year theme- "Neighborhood Unity"!

We want to celebrate our community and all the local business who have been the financial backbone of our neighborhood. Many generations have come to the Ave for this fun family event each fall whether they still live here or have since moved away.

It is a time to gather with friends and family near and far and snuggle up with blankets to watch the parade; while back at home, there is a pot of something delicious on the stove waiting to be shared. Each year the parade is put on through donor support and advertising opportunities

Description

Since our parade route travels along three different neighborhoods, we found it only fitting to ask the Presidents of those the three neighboring Civic Associations to be our Grand Marshals this year. We are honored to have Rich Frizell, President of the Holmesburg Civic Association, Joe DeFelice, President of the Mayfair Civic Association, and Mary Benussi, President of the Tacony Civic Associati...See More

General Information

The parade starts at Rhawn St at 12:00 noon and ends at Knorr St.

There are many fine areas for viewing all along the route.
For your pleasure, groups will perform at Cottman and Frankford and in front of the reviewing stand.

The order of march is the latest information as provided by the Parade Committee. Look for your favorite group and cheer them on. Our appologies but, changes in the order can occur at the last minute.

Please be considerate and recognize that uniforms, costumes, and flags are expensive to clean if they get dirty.
We ask that you do not spray or throw items such as silly string at the parade participants

Basic Info

Founded	1974
Location	MHP c/o BellaLisa Hair Studio • 3530 Cottman Avenue , 19149
Awards	We will have a stage set up with an announcer this year at Frankford and Cottman avenues. Participants will have the opportunity to perform for two to three minutes at this location. We've also added the opportunity for our local community to enter in their own home made floats. We'll be awarding ribbons for the "Most Creative Float", "The Funniest Float", as well as "The Best Parade Themed Float".

Contact Info

Phone	215-624-6660
Email	info@ThanksgivingParade.org
Website	http://www.thanksgivingparade.org