Re: [UC] Clark Park: Power and secrecy was the goal, UCR
more: http://www.dailypennsylvanian.com/article/map-shows-race-division-philadelphia Map shows race division in Philadelphia New map detailing racial breakdown shows de facto segregation, even in University City Monday, October 4, 2010 by MK Kleva excerpt: While the Civil Rights Act abolished segregation 46 years ago, a new map of Philadelphia serves as a reminder that racial separation still exists around the city, even near Penn’s campus. The map, created by Eric Fischer on photo-sharing site Flickr.com, uses Census 2000 data to demonstrate the racial makeup of the city. The map shows most neighborhoods are dominated by a single racial group. ... Rory Kramer, a sixth-year sociology doctoral student, researches segregation patterns in Philadelphia. “Penn has successfully gentrified westward,” he said, with more white and fewer black individuals living in the area. He said that while more white people now live around Penn, it is not necessarily indicative of integration. For the newcomers, it is a pleasant place to live because there are more stores and activities for them, he said. However, for the small number of black West Philadelphians still living near Penn, friends and neighbors have moved away along with their businesses and neighborhood dynamic. Charles attributed some of this change to the University encouraging faculty and staff to live closer to campus in University City and Spruce Hill. Nevertheless, she said diversity in University City is minimal in relation to the predominantly black population in West Philadelphia. UNIVERSITY*CITOYEN wrote: thanks, darco Lalevic, Darco wrote: Sure, as Glenn points out, numerous attempts to paint the neighborhood as a wild, out of control neighborhood that UCD and associated entities have now made safe. I disagree with UCD taking on an enforcement roll of any kind. I disagree with the entire Clark Park revitalization plan. I think it's wasteful at the least, and at worse, part of an effort to clean up the park to make it more appealing to the gentrification of the neighborhood and push certain people out. The structure of the UCD is designed to advocate for the corporate entities (and while, yes, it's their money mostly, the net effect is the general public is left out of decisions). -Original Message- From: owner-univc...@list.purple.com [mailto:owner-univc...@list.purple.com] On Behalf Of UNIVERSITY*CITOYEN Sent: Sunday, September 26, 2010 10:07 AM To: univcity@list.purple.com Subject: Re: [UC] Clark Park: Power and secrecy was the goal, UCR Lalevic, Darco wrote: I too am often offended by the bias and misinformation that is often propagated as marketing for University City. can you cite examples of this? Sure, I disagree with UCD and FOCP on many issues, examples? The fact is, by not engaging the argument in a logical, academic way, you've pushed the relevance of your argument to the wayside. .. UNIVERSITY*CITOYEN 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] Philadelphia Neighborhoods Conference
An Oct. 8 conference, “A Sense of Place: Preserving Philadelphia Neighborhoods,” will be held on the Temple University campus. Coordinated by the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia, the second annual gathering will bring together groups from throughout the city that are trying to revitalize their communities. A Sense of Place will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p. m. in the Temple University Student Facility Center, 3340 N. Broad St. (at Ontario). For more information and a schedule, go to www.preservationalliance.com. Andy
[UC] anyone recognize this found pooch??
From craigslist... Would someone forward this to the dog park folks? thanx.lindaphiladelphia craigslistcommunitylost foundpleaseflagwith care:miscategorizedprohibitedspam/overpostbest of craigslistFound White Male Pit Mix 45 and Spruce (West Philadelphia)Date: 2010-10-05, 9:19AM EDTReply to:comm-zdrsv-1989759...@craigslist.org[Errors when replying to ads?]I found a gorgeous white male pit mix while I was out running this AM. He's young, un-neutered, and about 70 lbs (although a bit underweight). He's scared of the dark. He is really, really calm, which surprised both me and my 12 year old pit mix. Please let me know if this dog is yours or if you would like to own this dog. He has brown spots on both ears and above his tail.Location: West Philadelphiait's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
RE: [UC] Clark Park: Power and secrecy was the goal, UCR
Tony, That's wonderful to hear - and I would assume the end result is a better park that gets more use. I disagree more so with the immense public expenditure on a park that I, at least, view as pretty darn nice, considering the state of most of this city. But yes, you are correct, if the money is going to get spent anyway, it's up to the neighborhood to get what it can. And no, the neighborhood shouldn't avoid solely out of fear of gentrification, but should be aware that there are people out there (in general) who intentionally or not push for changes. Darco -Original Message- From: owner-univc...@list.purple.com [mailto:owner-univc...@list.purple.com] On Behalf Of Anthony West Sent: Sunday, October 03, 2010 3:21 PM To: UnivCity listserv Subject: Re: [UC] Clark Park: Power and secrecy was the goal, UCR A half-hour ago, on a cool, gray fall afternoon, I observed 15 inner-city kids playing on the new basketball court, 12 kids playing on the new older-kids playground, 6 kids playing on the new totlot -- all fruits of the Clark Park Revitalization Plan. Different people hold different priorities, but in general, I don't think it's wasteful to direct a little public investment toward inner-city kids every 40 years or so. I never ask strange children if they are gentry or not, but I also saw no evidence today that certain people have, in fact, been pushed out of the park, just because it's been improved. My friends in the Woodland Avenue Reunion like the way the park has been upgraded. A better park attracts people from all over West Philadelphia, every day. Completely ungentrified West Philadelphia neighborhoods, like those around Clara Muhammad Park and Carroll Park, have also lobbied successfully for public investments in these public spaces in recent years. Should our neighborhood avoid doing likewise, solely out of fear of committing gentrification? -- Tony West Lalevic, Darco wrote: I disagree with the entire Clark Park revitalization plan. I think it's wasteful at the least, and at worse, part of an effort to clean up the park to make it more appealing to the gentrification of the neighborhood and push certain people out. 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] Heads up for upcoming St. Francis de Sales Fall Flea Market
ANNUAL FLEA MARKET - Saturday, October 16th in the School Auditorium - 47th St. Windsor Ave. Doing any fall cleaning? From attic to cellar, save those unwanted, unloved, unneeded items for our Flea Market! We accept almost anything – except clothing and large furniture. Although vendors will sell from their tables, donations for the DeSales table will be gratefully accepted on Friday, Oct.15th between 9 AM and 5 PM in the Auditorium. To volunteer or get more information about renting a table, call Fran Byers at 215-222-2255. 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] BARK IN THE PARK – Saturday, October 9 – 2 pm in Clark “B” Park, near the bowl at 43rd C hester Ave.
Hi, All, There’s nothing like a beautiful fall day in Clark Park, especially with a bunch of lively four-legged best friends romping in the sun. Come and enjoy the 19th annual Bark in the Park, sponsored by the Friends of Clark Park at 2 pm. More than 25 doggie contests, meet the vet and bring some cash to buy chances for the basket of dog goodies. For more information, call 215-222-2255. Fran 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.
