Monday, November 30, 2009

WSWCA E-post: 11/30/09

Farnese to Speak at WSWCA Meeting
Senator Larry Farnese will be coming to the December board meeting to meet with us and the community. He will be coming at 7:15 on Tuesday, December 8th.

The public is welcome and encouraged to attend! Join us at 7 pm at 1001 Locust Street, Room 208, Hamilton Building at Jefferson.


Mark Your Calendar: Kahn Park Sings
Join your neighbors singing Songs of the Season on Wednesday, December 16th, 6:30 pm at Kahn Park, 11th & Pine. Rain or Shine.

Special thanks to the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society for their support.


Wash West Incidents
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:

(REPORT) On Tuesday, 11/17/09, between 12 PM and 2 PM, out-of-town complainant's 2009 Toyota, parked in the 1100 block Spruce St. had a window smashed and a GPS taken. This report was received by the DPR Unit via phone, police were not dispatched, therefore no latent prints were lifted.

(REPORT) On Thursday, 11/19/09, between 1 PM, out-of-town complainant's unlocked 2009 Hyundai, parked in the 900 block Spruce St. had a GPS taken. The complainant drove the vehicle before contacting police thus contaminating the scene, no latent fingerprints were lifted.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

WSWCA E-post: 11/23/09

Crime Alert
On Saturday, 11/21/09, 2:26 AM, 6th District police responded to a 911 call of a robbery at 2nd & Spruce Sts. At that time the officers came into contact with a male and female complainant and were told that as they walked in the 200 block Spruce St., two males came up behind them and grabbed a handbag from the female and ran east on Spruce St. The male companion of the complainant chased after the two offenders and one of the males pulled out and fired a handgun. The offenders got into a vehicle and fled, direction unknown. During the course of interviewing the complainants, the male victim realized that he had a graze wound to his side and was taken to Pa. Hospital where he was treated and released.

The offenders were described as black males, #1- 22-25 years old, 5'6" -5'7", medium build, wearing dark colored clothing, #2-25-26 years old, 5'11" -6", scruffy beard, wearing a dark colored puffy jacket.

The males fled in a dark colored older model Ford Crown Victoria, with a New Jersey license plate containing the letters "FB".

It is requested that this alert be sent out to all area residents so that proper precautions are taken.

It is also requested that if anyone has seen this vehicle before to please contact the 6th District Crime Prevention Officer Whitford at 215-686-3063. If a vehicle or males fitting this description is seen. please contact 911 right away, give an exact location, description and mention this incident to the 911 call taker. DO NOT TAKE ANY OTHER ACTION THAN TO CALL 911 AND BE OBSERVANT. THESE MALES OR THE OCCUPANTS OF THE DESCRIBED VEHICLE SHOULD BE CONSIDERED ARMED AND DANGEROUS.



Wash West Incidents
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:

(REPORT) On Tuesday, 11/10/09, 12 AM, complainant was walking south in the 300 block S. Broad St when a male ran up from behind, grabbed complainant's jacket from his hand and fled west on Spruce St. The offender was described as a black male, 30's, wearing a grey sweatshirt, blue jeans, brown boots.

(REPORT) On Tuesday, 11/10/09, between 7 AM and 9 AM, out-of-town complainant's Dodge Pick-Up, parked in the 1100 block Locust St. had a window smashed and an I-Phone taken. 6th District Officer Minnis attempted to lift latent finger prints.

(REPORT) On Tuesday, 11/10/09, 12 PM out-of-town complainant was working at the rear of his work van in the 800 block Spruce St. when person(s) unknown took a laptop fro the open side door of the van.

(REPORT) On Wednesday, 11/11/09, between 12 PM and 5 PM, complainant's bicycle was taken from the 1000 block Walnut St. without permission.

(REPORT) On Thursday, 11/12/09, between 9:20 AM and 3:30 PM, complainant's apartment in the 200 block S. 13th St. was entered without force and a laptop was taken. 6th District officer McQue lifted latent finger prints at the scene.

(ARREST) On Thursday, 11/12/09, 6th District Sergeant LaRose set up a surveillance for illegal narcotic activity in the Wash. Sq. West area when at 7:40 PM, officers observed a male on a bicycle, outside the Parker/Spruce Hotel, 261 S. 13th St,. go over to a male standing on the corner and sell him narcotics. The seller was arrested with 10 packets of crack cocaine, a bag of Marijuana and $250 cash in his possession , the buyer fled the scene. The 28 year old seller with a N.E. Phila. address was charged with Illegal Narcotic Sales.

(REPORT) Between 5 PM, Friday, 11/13/09 and 9:30 PM, Saturday, 11/14/09, complainant's 2000 Acura, parked in the 900 block Pine St. was taken without permission.

(REPORT) Between 9:30 AM, Saturday, 11/14/09 and 2:30 PM, Sunday, 11/15/09, complainant's 1999 Acura, parked in the 1000 block Locust St. was taken without permission.

(ARREST) On Saturday, 11/14/09, 6th District Bicycle Patrol Officers Fererro and Cullen while making a security check of the apartment complex in the 200 block S. 13th St. observed a male they knew not to be a resident wondering the halls. The male was stopped for investigation and found to be in possession 4 packets of crack cocaine and a glass pipe. The 40 year old offender with a North Phila. address was charged with Possession of Crack Cocaine.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

WSWCA E-post: 11/18/09

Public Meeting on Bike Lane Pilot Project

The Mayor's Office of Transportation and Utilities will make a presentation on results of the bike lane trial on Spruce and Pine Streets.

Thursday, December 10, 6:30-8:30pm
University of the Arts, Levitt Auditorium
401 South Broad Street

Questions? Contact Charles Carmalt at Charles.Carmalt@phila.gov.




See It. Click It. Fix It.
Tonight, Wednesday, 11/18 at 7:00PM, the Society Hill Civic Association's regular membership meeting will include information about SeeClickFix. SCF is a widely-used community engagement tool where neighborhoods, advocacy groups, journalists and governments promote civic dialogue and resolve urgent issues.

Using SeeClickFix, any citizen may report and monitor concerns via the website, iPhone app, email or telephone. Citizen groups and government can then collaborate on resolving issues, which most frequently include litter, potholes, prostitution, graffiti, and unsafe intersections.

They will be giving specific examples and a live demonstration of the site at 7:00 PM at Pennsylvania Hospital, 8th and Spruce Street Auditorium.




Leaf Cleanup
The WSWCA is considering a street sweeping day in late fall, but requires volunteers to help with posting and removing signs. If you have a few hours to spare, please email us at info@washwestcivic.org.

For regular leaf pickup, the City no longer provides mechanical leaf collection service. This includes leaf blowers, mechanical sweepers and vacuums.

Beginning in the fall of 2009, leaves must be placed out in biodegradable brown paper bags alongside regular rubbish collections. Bagged leaves will be separated and composted. By using biodegradable bags, you will help crews work more efficiently and more easily identify your bags as leaves. Leaves set out in other bags or containers may be collected as rubbish. Landscapers and leaf cleaning services should remove and dispose of leaves privately.


Go to the link below for information about the H1N1 influenza vaccine clinics being held across the city by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health: www.phila.gov/health/H1N1/h1n1fluclinics.html

You must be a resident of the City of Philadelphia and you must belong to one of the following priority groups:

* Pregnant
* Child or young adult, 6 months to 24 years of age
* Household contact or caretaker of an infant under 6 months of age
* Adult 25 to 65 years of age with a significant medical condition, such as asthma, cancer or diabetes
* Healthcare or EMS worker with direct patient contact




Wash West Incidents

The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:

(REPORT) On Monday, 11/02/09, between 3 AM and 1 PM, out-of-town complainant's 2004 Volvo, parked in a paid lot at 13th & Locust Sts. was taken without permission.:

(REPORT) Between 5 PM, Monday, 11/02/09 and 7 AM, Tuesday, 11/03/09, complainant's secured bicycle was taken without permission from the 1100 block Locust St.:

(REPORT) On Thursday, 11/05/09, 9:40 PM, the Foodery, 324 S. 10th St. was held up, point of handgun by an offender described as a black male, 5'8", medium build, light beard, wearing black glasses, black hoodie, black pants, fled south on 11th St. and then west on Pine St. on a blue/green mountain bike.:

(REPORT) On Saturday, 11/07/09, 9 PM, complainant was at 12th & Spruce Sts. talking on her cell phone when a male grabbed the phone and fled north on 12th St. The offender was described as a black male, 5'11", large build, wearing a grey hoodie., blue jeans.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

E-post: 11/10/09

WSWCA Meeting of the Board, Tonight
The public is welcome and encouraged to attend! 7 pm at 1001 Locust Street, Room 208, Hamilton Building at Jefferson.


McCall Elementary Gala
The ACE Group and General George A. McCall Elementary invite You to celebrate their Centennial Gala.

Thursday, November 12, 2009
5:30-8:30 pm
The National Liberty Museum
321 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA

Cocktails and Hors D'oeuvres will be served. Business Casual Attire. A short program will begin at 6:30, and a silent auction and commemorative items will be available.

Tickets are $75 or $145 for a pair. There are also various patron levels. For more information on these levels, or to order tickets, email 100years@meetingmccall.com or call Laura Palickar at 215-925-3282.

Friday, November 6, 2009

WSWCA E-post: 11/05/09

READING BETWEEN THE LINES: A Benefit for Giovanni's Room
In their all-new show, READING BETWEEN THE LINES, Keith Kaczorowski, Melissa Kolczynski and Tom Wilson Weinberg stage a benefit especially for Philadelphia's own Giovanni's Room. For 35 years Giovanni's has been an essential part of our community. Join Philadelphia's favorite trio for music and laughs and a show of support for this beloved institution.

Saturday, November 14, 2009
8:00pm
William Way Community Center
1315 Spruce Street, Philadelphia

Tickets $25. Available at Giovanni's Room, 12th & Pine Streets, 215-923-2960 or William Way www.waygay.org, 215-732-2220. More information at www.tomwilsonweinberg.com


Help Light Rittenhouse Square
Friends of Rittenhouse Square invites you to D'Angelo's Ristorante on South 20th to help raise funds for the holiday lights on the Square. The event runs from 7 - 9. Tickets are available at the door for $100. One ticket + one light globe. Drinks, appetizers, music!

You can also donate with Paypal at www.friendsofrittenhouse.org.


Wash West Incidents
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:

(ARREST) On Tuesday, 10/20/09, 12 AM, a witness observed a female patient taking items from a backpack that was behind the nurses station inside the E.R at Pa. Hospital, 800 Spruce St. The witness notified security who held e offender for police and the complainant's wallet was recovered and returned. The 22 year old offender with a Port Richmond address was charged with Theft.

(REPORT) On Tuesday, 100/20/09, 11:30 AM, elderly complainant reported that a female came to her apartment door, 8th & Locust Sts. and asked to use the phone. Later, at about 1 PM, complainant found that $20 and a bank card were missing from her handbag. The offender was described as a black female, medium complexion, 5'6", thin build.

(REPORT) On Tuesday, 10/20/09, 1:42 PM, complainant discovered a female unknown to her hiding in the closet of her apartment at 9th & Locust Sts. The offender fled the property without saying or taking anything. The offender was described as a black female, 30 years, 5'6", 120 lbs., wearing a black skull cap, black jacket and black pants. 6th District Officer Grant attempted to lift latent finger prints at the scene.

(REPORT) Between 4 PM, Tuesday, 10/20/09 and 8:50 AM, Wednesday, 10/21/09, complainant's apartment in the 200 block S. 13th St. had the door forced open and cash taken from inside. 6th District Officer McCausland attempted to lift latent finger prints at the scene.

(ARREST) F.Y.I. On Wednesday, 10/21/09, 1:35 AM, complainants were entering a residence in the 1100 block Rodman St, (3rd District) when a male grabbed the handbag from one of them and started to flee. The other complainant chased and caught the male, but was forced to release him when he pulled out a knife. 6th District Officer Erwin responded to the area and apprehended the offender in the 1300 block Lombard St. and complainant's property was recovered. The 49 year old offender with a North Phila. address was charged with Robbery, Assault and related offenses.

(REPORT) On Thursday, 10/22/09, 3:20 AM, complainant reported that he came out of a club and he was pushed down and had his money taken in the 1200 block Chancellor St. The offenders were described only as 4 black males.

(ARREST) On Friday, 10/23/09, 6th District Sergeant LaRose set up a Narcotics Enforcement Team surveillance in the area and at 9:45 PM, Officers observed two males in a drug transaction in the 100 block S. 11th St. Upon approach the males fled in opposite directions. The seller was apprehended as the buyer was bale to elude apprehension. Recovered were numerous packets of crack cocaine and cash. The 51 year old offender with a West Oak Lane address was charged with Illegal Narcotic Sales.

(ARREST) On Friday, 10/23/09, 10:15 PM, a male was arrested for Prostitution at 13th & Spruce Sts. by the City Wide Vice Unit.

(ARREST) On Friday, 10/23/09, 10:35 PM, a male was arrested for Prostitution at 13th & Locust Sts. by the City Wide Vice Unit.

(ARREST) On Saturday, 10/24/09, 12:45 PM, a male was arrested for Prostitution at 1200 Spruce St. by the City Wide Vice Unit.

(ARREST) On Saturday, 10/24/09, 12:55 PM, a male was arrested for Prostitution at 1200 Locust St. by the City Wide Vice Unit.

(REPORT) Between 1 PM, Saturday, 10/24/09 and 4:30 AM, Sunday, 10/25/09, complainant's secured bicycle was taken from the 1200 block St James St. without permission.

(REPORT) Between 6 PM, Sunday, 10/18/09 and 12 PM, Sunday, 10/25/09, complainant's 2000 Nissan, parked in the 1300 block Pine St. was taken without permission.

FYI, On Sunday, 11/01/09, 12:21 AM, a Phila. Fire Dept. medic unit responded to a call for a hospital case at 7th & Spruce Sts. The medic unit found an unresponsive male on the S.E. corner with an apparent gunshot wound to the chest. The 17 year old male with a South Phila. address was transported to Jefferson Hospital, but did not survive his injury. 6th District police were called to the hospital and then went to the area of 7th & Spruce Sts. to check for a crime scene. It was evident that the incident did not occur at this location.

On Monday, 11/02/09, at 3:43 PM, the 6th District was notified by the Homicide Unit that the place of occurrence for this homicide by shooting was 15th & Ellsworth Sts. South Phila. in the 17th District and that the victim was apparently in route to the hospital, but only made it as far as 7th & Spruce Sts.

(REPORT) On Thursday, 10/29/09, 5:15 AM, Delaware River Port Authority police discovered a 2009 Nissan, parked in the 200 block S. 11th St. with a smashed window. The owner later returned and reported that an I-Phone and watch was taken.

(REPORT) On Friday, 10/30/09, 12:22 AM a security guard inside an office building in the 1200 block Locust St. left his desk for a few minutes, returned and found an I-Pod and phone had been taken. A male was observed on security cameras taking the items. The offender was described as a black male, 20's, 5'10", thin build wearing a dark jacket.

(REPORT) On Saturday, 10/31/09, 10:50 PM, complainant exchanged words with a male in the 1300 block Locust St. and the complainant was punched in the head, suffering a laceration that required medical attention. The offender was described as a white male, late 20's - 30's, 5'10", medium build wearing a dark costume.