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THE WEST PHILADELPHIA PARTNERSHIP
A consortium of educational/health care/scientific institutions,
community organizations, residents and companies which seeks to
revitalize residential and economic life in West Philadelphia.
()(
April 19, 1993
Mr. Eli Segal
Executive Director
Office of National Service
Room 145 OEOB
Washington, DC 20500
Dear Mr. Segal:
I am writing to express the interest of the West Philadelphia Partnership
(the Partnership) in becoming a National Youth Service Program work
site. The Partnership is a non-profit [501(C)(3)] community organization
dedicated to the educational, economic and residential revitalization of
the West Philadelphia community. The interns would be drawn from
Drexel University, the University of Pennsylvania, Temple University or
any other participating institution in the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
The Partnership has several programs that warrant Service Corps
participation. One of the West Philadelphia Partnership's most
successful programs is the West Philadelphia Improvement Corps
(WEPIC). This program is a nationally recognized school/community
revitalization project which offers educational and community service
opportunities for the entire community. WEPIC is now based in nine
public schools in West Philadelphia. In addition to operating a very
successful summer jobs program for over 236 youth, WEPIC's two
community school programs provide a variety of free classes to over 3000
local residents of all ages.
Other Partnership programs include: the Job Network and Referral
Center (JNARC) which is designed to facilitate the employment and
training of residents through coordination with employers, training
providers, and community based organizations; the West
Philadelphia Community Development Corporation (WPPCDC), which
addresses the dual issues of housing and economic development; the
Partnership's Resource and Information Center, which aids smaller
community groups with grant writing and technical assistance; the
Partnership's Task Force on Safety and Security, which seeks to make
West Philadelphia a safer place to live; and various other special projects
such as the West Philadelphia Bike Race.
The Partnership is requesting funding and/or assistance for three
student participants. (Please see the attached job description for sample
duties and responsibilities).
3901 MARKET STREET, BOX 1948, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104 (215) 386-5757
Service Corps (page 2)
The Partnership has successfully contributed to improving the quality of
life in West Philadelphia. With the addition of these three Service Corp
members, the Partnership's operations will be greatly enhanced and
expanded to meet our goals and objectives.
Please feel free to call me at (215) 386-5757 with any questions or
requests for additional information.
Sincerely,
R Blane F. Stoddart
FUNDING
REQUEST
-
Associate Director
CC:
Rae Scott-Jones, Esquire
Attachments:
1. Partnership brochures
2. Service Corps job description
Job Description
Title:
National Service Interns (3)
Reports To:
1-Executive Director, West Philadelphia Partnership
2-Director of Operations, West Philadelphia
Improvement Corps (WEPIC)
-Executive Director, West Philadelphia Partnership
Community Development Corporation(WPPCDC)
Responsibilities:
1.
Attend community meetings to assess needs of West Philadelphia
community.
2.
Plan develop and coordinate special projects for the Partnership.
3.
Develop a plan of action to implement the "Buy West Philadelphia"
campaign. The Buy West Philadelphia campaign is designed to
encourage major local institutions to make purchases from smaller
local vendors in the community. Over $10 million dollars in goods
and services have been purchased to date. Coordination is needed.
4.
Provide staff support for the West Philadelphia Job Network and
Referral Center (JNARC).
5.
Assist in the office automation of the West Philadelphia
Partnership.
6.
Compile list of redevelopment opportunities targeted for
community residential and commercial ownership, exploring
feasibility, and presenting to appropriate Board/Committee for
approval. (WPPCDC)
7.
Prepare proposals for submission to government entities, private
foundations and corporations.
8.
Handle details of WEPIC community school including, registration,
weekly attendance, and teacher participation.
9.
Develop a system of tracking fundraising activities.
10.
Staff Partnership's Resource and Information Center. Catalogue
information as it becomes available.
11.
Monitor and evaluate public policy as it relates to community
development.
12.
Perform duties and coordinate projects as needed.
PHOTOGOPY
PRESERVATION
PHOTOCOPY
PRESERVATION
-)(
THE WEST PHILADELPHIA
PARTNERSHIP
3901 Market Street, Box 1948
Philadelphia, PA 19104
386-5757
PRESERVATION
PHOTOCOPY
WEST.PHILADELA A
in here
future
PARTNERSHIP NEWS
3901 Market Street, Box 1948 Philadelphia, PA 19104 386-5757
SUMMER 1992
A consortium of individuals, community groups, businesses, educational, scientific and health care institutions
seeking to revitalize educational, residential and economic life in West Philadelphia
Partnership Convenes
Partnership Wins
Task Force on Safety
Grant to Begin Social
and Security
Health Program
For perhaps the first time, safety and security experts from
at Turner
throughout the West Philadelphia community have come
together in a broad-based consortium with the goal to reduce
The West Philadelphia Partnership is the recent recipient of
crime and help make the West Philadelphia community a
a $109,000 grant awarded by the PEW Charitable Trusts. The
pleasant and secure environment in which to live and work.
funds will aid in the creation of a social health program
Convened by the West Philadelphia Partnership, this group
through outreach, education, and school based support ser-
representing institutions, community organizations, busi-
vices, at the John P. Turner Middle School. The program, set
nesses, agencies, and residents, is guided by the mission to:
to kick off this September, will give individual students and
1) Coordinate and complement existing safety and securi-
their families support through counseling, peer education, life
ty efforts of the various institutions, community organizations,
skills training and other needed services. The program will
businesses, agencies, and residents in order to:
be staffed by an experienced social worker along with three
a. enhance communication and improve information
graduate interns who will provide assistance as needed.
sharing
This unique program will involve home-visits by the social
b. maximize resources
worker if necessary. In addition, after-school workshops will
c. minimize duplication of efforts.
be held for students, teachers, and the community to discuss
2) Develop and implement initiatives and activities in order
relevant yet complex topics now confronting our youth which
will include, but not be limited to, academic enhancement,
to:
homework assistance, cultural enrichment, social skills train-
a. promote education and public safety awareness
b. work collectively to raise funds to help meet
ing, peer pressure, and healthy living practices.
community needs for safety and security.
This two-year social health program could become a
replicable model in other schools based on the complex needs
This Task Force meets monthly and its first undertaking has
of students, teachers, and families in our struggling
been to improve the communication network in the area. To
communities.
this end, Task Force members, namely, the Insititute of Penn-
sylvania Hospital, the University of Pennsylvania, and the
Philadelphia College of Pharmacy and Science, will set-up 24
hour base stations which will provide an important link be-
Message From
tween organized Town Watch groups and the police.
This network is an expansion of an existing model between
The Executive Director
Presbyterian Hospital and the West Philadelphia Coalition of
Neighborhoods and Businesses who already operate a one
The West Philadelphia Partner-
radio frequency system. Individuals in the community arm-
ship is on the move! I look back on
ed with walkie-talkies, will communicate with monitored
this year, which has been chal-
security personnel at the base stations who will quickly relay
lenging in many respects, with a
information to the police. The West Philadelphia Partnership
sense of accomplishment. During
along with several institutional members of the Task Force will
this somewhat transitional period,
purchase additional walkie-talkies and distribute them to the
changes were made in the overall
Town Watch groups. Interested Town Watch groups should
operation of the Partnership's ad-
register with their local police district to participate in the
ministrative office. In addition, the
program.
Partnership undertook a new safe-
In addition to this communications network, the Task Force
ty and security initiative; ex-
is working on a safety and security directory and has already
panded and improved its WEPIC
targeted other security concerns in West Philadelphia such as
program with its very successful
the reduction of car theft and vandalism in conjunction with
community school programs; co-sponsored the West
Continued on page 3
the police districts.
Community Schools:
Biking is Back!!!
A Huge Success!!!
On your mark! Get set! and off they go down Cobbs Creek
Parkway to Washington Ave. and back up the Parkway to the
Cobbs Creek Skatehouse in the first West Philadelphia
Neighbors Bike Race!
Co-sponsored by the West Philadelphia Partnership, the
Philadelphia Refugee Service Center, the West Philadelphia
Chamber of Commerce, and the Philadelphia Anti-Graffiti
Network, this biking event was held on Saturday, May 30,
1992 and involved residents from throughout the West
Philadelphia area. Individuals ranging in age from eight (8)
up to and including a few seniors competed against each other
in the 2.1 mile race down the Cobbs Creek Parkway. Cash
prizes and other items were awarded to the first, second, and
third place winners in each age category.
Despite the rain, a number of people came out to cheer the
bikers on and to participate in the excitement of the day.
WDAS Radio Station provided the music and Coca Cola pro-
Drivers Education, Self Improvement, GED Preparation,
vided free beverages to all. In addition, food and other items
Aerobics, Computers, Creative Arts, African American
were available from a number of other vendors.
History, Math, Vegetarian Cooking, Home Improvement and
College Access were just some of the classes offered at
Thanks goes out to everyone, especially the police officers
WEPIC's Community Schools during the Spring of 1992. The
of the 18th Police District, who helped to make this a safe and
free classes were held at both Turner Middle and West
successful event. For those who missed this year's race, get
Philadelphia High Schools on Wednesday evenings and
on your bikes and get ready to join us next May for the second
Saturday Mornings. Many classroom instructors were
annual West Philadelphia Neighbors Bike Race!
residents and/or activists in the community.
*The following individuals or organizations deserve a special
At the John P. Turner Middle School, the classes revolved
thanks for contributing to this effort:
around the area of healthcare, health-sciences, and healthy
Corestates
living practices. Over 300 youth and adults participated in the
classes offered.
Care and Emergency, Inc.
Coca Cola
There was overwhelming response at West Philadelphia
Misericordia Hospital
High thanks partly to WDAS-AM and FM who graciously
Kinko's Printing Service
allowed WEPIC coordinator Mr. John Skief to make on-air-
Scott Steketee
presentations to the community. Over 1000 people registered,
and at least 700 attended classes. In addition, several special
University City Review
events were held including "Showtime at West", "African
Friends of Cobbs Creek Skatehouse
Explorers Before Columbus", and "The Journey" theater
18th Police District
presentation.
WDAS Radio Station
Wolff Bicycle Shop
THE COMMUNITY SCHOOL WILL RETURN
and numerous other contributors and volunteers.
THIS FALL - LOOK FOR ANNOUNCEMENTS
IN YOUR LOCAL NEWSPAPERS!!!
Partnership Staff
Rae Scott Jones, Executive Director
Blane F. Stoddart, Associate Director, Community Dev.
Michael P. Connelly, Director of Operations, WEPIC
Kimberly Bethea, Fiscal Manager
Jermaine Brown, Administrative Assistant
Gwendolyn Brooks, Office Manager/Receptionist
Part Time Staff:
Sara Lindenberg, WEPIC Summer Coordinator
Ann M. Kreidle, WEPIC Technical Coordinator
Jeanette Stalker, Urban League Senior
Theophilus Woodson, Urban League Seniors
LA Relief Effort
The West Philadelphia Partnership supported Drexel University in their Los Angeles Relief Effort. This drive, spearheaded
by Ronnie Manlin, Special Projects Coordinator of the Division of Student Life at Drexel, involved collecting food, clothing,
and other personal items for the victims of the crisis in Los Angeles.
Ann Guise, board member of the Partnership, coordinated the Partnership's participation in this effort. She collected items
from various members of the Partnership as well as from students from West Philadelphia High School, Sam's Place and
others in the community to add to the mound that was accumulating outside Drexel's Student Life Building.
On Friday, May 22, 1992, Ms. Guise along with several Partnership staff members, joined Drexel University students, in
particular the Inter Fraternity Association, and staff in loading a truck container, donated by Sealand Freight Company, with
the items to be shipped by rail to Los Angeles. (Great Bear Spring Water Company donated badly needed cases of bottled
water to the effort.)
The Black Clergy of Philadelphia and the American Friends Center joined in this cooperative effort to help those in need
in a fellow urban city.
As a follow up to the Los Angeles Relief Effort, students, faculty, and administrators from Drexel University will be meeting
during this summer to discuss the implications of the Los Angeles crisis for our West Philadelphia community and to ex-
plore real ways in which they can become involved in efforts to avert a similar crisis occurring here.
WEPIC Renovates
hosted numerous site visits and visitors including Tom Foley,
Secretary of the Pennsylvania State Department of Labor and
New Center for
Industry.
Perhaps most significantly, however, was the adoption of
Literacy Site
the Statement of Goals and Objectives by the Board of Direc-
tors. These Goals and Objectives chart the course for the Part-
WEPIC students from both the West Philadelphia High School
nership's future and provide a foundation upon which to
construction course and the adult construction program
build. They include the goals of building partnerships; im-
helped to renovate the ground floor of a building at 1018 S.
proving education; increasing public safety and security; pro-
48th Street for use as a Center for Literacy (CFL) training
moting health; stimulating economic development; and ad-
facility.
vancing cultural understanding.
Students were led by a team of union carpenters, headed
The primary goal, as determined by the Board, however,
by Walt McAuley while they installed new walls and lighting
is one of building partnerships. This goal sets the framework
for achievement of all other objectives. It is clear that the
in the facility. Project tasks included framing, dry walling, tap-
seriousness and complexity of the challenges facing us require
ing, painting and installing electrical fixtures.
the involvement of the entire community. Recognizing this,
the Board reaffirmed that the Partnership will work in col-
The CFL will be announcing in early September the date
for the grand opening of the facility. All are invited to come
laboration with other individuals and groups on various issues
and see the good work WEPIC has done.
and projects.
As a first step in this direction, copies of the Statement of
Ms. JoAnne Weinberger, Executive Director of the CFL com-
Goals and Objectives have been distributed to community
mented on the fantastic job that was performed by the WEPIC
leaders throughout West Philadelphia inviting comment.
work crews. She said that the center has a warm inviting at-
(Copies may be obtained by calling the Partnership office.)
mosphere for learning and commented that working with
These comments are important guideposts in helping to shape
WEPIC was a rewarding Partnership.
the role of the Partnership as we move into the future.
The center has a variety of programs such as: individual
I believe that the West Philadelphia community has many
volunteer tutors, intensified literacy skills training, and
strengths and resources and that partnerships are pivotal in
remedial education workshops. The 48th Street location is
maximizing the benefits to everyone. All of us - institutions,
serving as a major literacy site in West Philadelphia. Ms.
neighborhood organizations, businesses, and individuals -
Weinberger thanks the Partnership immensely.
can and should work together to enhance the quality of life
for the entire West Philadelphia community. With a new and
energetic staff, a spirit of enthusiasm, and a renewed sense
of commitment, the West Philadelphia Partnership is ready
to do just that! We look forward with excitement to the com-
Message From the Executive Director
ing year and to working with various members of our com-
Continued from Page 1
munity on achieving common goals!
Philadelphia Neighbors Bike Race; participated in Drexel
University's LA Relief Effort; participated in several fairs; and
Board of Directors
Mr. Peter K. Aborn
SUMMER JOBS
Mr. Robert Behr
Mr. Richard 1. Bennett
For Area Youth
Ms. Catherine Blunt
Ms. Shirley Bonnem
Mr. Elliot Borgman
July marked the start of WEPIC's 1992 Phil-a-Job program for 236 West Philadelphia youth.
Mr. Richard D. Breslin
The students, ranging in age from 14 to 21, will be working on a variety of projects at
Ms. Lois Bye, Vice Chair
area schools and community-based organizations. In keeping with the WEPIC philosophy
Mr. Stephen Carey, Secretary
of using schools and community-based organizations as centers of community revitaliza-
Mrs. Frances Clark
Ms. Alice Crowell
tion, the students will be beautifying their schools and surrounding grounds, tutoring
Mrs. Ellen B. Davis
young children at an area daycare center, being "friendly visitors" to the elderly and
Mrs. Frances E. Davis
sick, restoring a 1920's pipe organ, and performing light construction work! In addition
Mr. Kemel Dawkins
to doing needed "sprucing-up" at schools and assisting at area organizations, the
Ms. Wilma DeSoto
Mr. Guy H. Edwards
students will also spend some time in the classroom.
Ms. Linda Frank
Because of an additional $1 billion in federal funds from recent urban aid legislation,
Dr. Barry Grossbach
Ms. Ann Guise
WEPIC was able to expand its summer jobs program, by providing employment for more
Dr. Sheidon Hackney, Chairman
youth than ever before. These additional youth will be starting on July 20th. They will
Ms. Evelyn Hidalgo
be helping the MS Society prepare for their annual bike-a-thon, building stage sets for
Ms. Queen Hinton
Mr. Jon Hoek
the University City Arts League and organizing sports activities for the Kingsessing
Mr. Richard L. Hymanson
Recreation Center. Each individual will receive a wage of about $100 a week. The pro-
Ms. Evelyn James
gram will run until the end of August. We invite you to visit the sites and see the young
Mr. Andrew Jenkins
Mr. Alan Klein
people's contribution to the community. Here are the sites:
Mr. Scott C. Lederman, Treasurer
Mr. Plato A. Marinakos
Project Site
Project
Teacher
Mr. I. Maximilian Martin
Summer League Assistants
Bernard Shearlds
Mr. Joseph S. Moloznik, Esq.
Kingsessing Recreation
Wayland Wilson
Ms. Joanne Mowers
Lea Middle School
School Beautification
Dr. Alice Moyer
Multiple Sclerosis Society
Bike-a-Thon Preparation
Denise Williams
Mr. Edmond F. Notebaert
People's Emergency Center
Landscaping
Charles McLemore
Mr. Louis Padulo
Peake's Day Care
Day Care Assistance
Minetta Metz
Mr. John Perovich
Sayre Middle School
School Beautification
Tracee Jones
Ms. Molly Raphael, Vice Chair
Mr. James Reed
Shaw Middle School
School Beautification
Clara Gay
Ms. Olivia Rhinehart
Sulzberger Middle School
School Beautification
Ann Merrick
Mr. Maicolm T. Riley, Jr.
Turner Middle School
School Beautification
Linda Ehrlich
Dr. Joseph W. Ruane
Frank Kopaczewski
Ms. Kathryn M. Ruck
Mr. Alex Senderowicz
Univ. City Arts League
Stage Building
Steve Coleman
Mrs. Elizabeth Bressi-Stoppe
West Phila. H.S.
Organ Restoration
Paul Verner
Ms. Betty Twyman
Doves
Elaine Flournoy
Mr. Greg Watts
Mr. David Williams
West Phila. Economic
Landscaping, Drywalling
Debbie Smart
Development Center
Blane F. Stoddart, Editor
West Philadelphia Partnership
3901 Market Street, Box 1948
Philadelphia, PA 19104-3133
215-386-5757
Pictured above are (l. to r.): Rae Scott-Jones, West Philadelphia Partnership, and
Rick Joers, vice president, Human Resources and CRA Officer, Provident National
Bank.
The West Philadelphia Partnership is one of four community develop-
ment organizations who will receive a total of $45,000 over the next three
years from Provident National Bank's "Partners in Community Perfor-
mance" program.
January 14-21, 1993
The West Philadelphia Partnership received its first-year grant of $10,000
during a luncheon on Dec. 18, at Provident headquarters at Broad and
Chestnut Sts.
Partners grants are intended to help community organizations meet their
basic operating expenses. The grants help reduce the time organizations need
to spend on fundraising, and enable them to concentrate on their substantive
goals of neighborhood revitalization.
The West Philadelphia Partnership has worked for the residential, edu-
cational and economic revitalization of the West Philadelphia community
since 1959, when the organization was founded. It has renovated several
neighborhood buildings, formed a Job Network and Referral Center and is
sponsoring construction training classes at the West Philadelphia High
School.
Recently, WPP formed a subsidiary community development corpora-
tion to help local community organizations manage housing development
projects and revitalization strategies.
"Since 1989, when the Partnership program began, 15 organizations have
been able to greatly enhance their communities by developing and rehabili-
tating low-income housing, revitalizing commercial districts, facilitating
small business development and achieving other goals," said Donald C.
Kelly, Provident's community reinvestment manager.
"Provident is proud that it has made a commitment to reach these groups.
THE WESTSIDE WEEKL
community Development Corporations play a critical role in reviving dete-
riorating neighborhoods, and they will probably become even more promi-
nent and numerous as a result of support by the Clinton Administration."
Twenty-seven community organizations competed for the Partners grant
this year. Recipients were selected with the assistance of the Delaware Valley
Community Reinvestment Fund and the Local Initiatives Support Corpora-
tion. Priority was given to smaller organizations poised to grow to a higher
level of productivity and to the established organizations for whom the grant
would enable a significant growth in capacity.
Community Development Corporations are invited to apply for the
Partners in Community Performance grant each fall. Additional information
about the Partners program is available from Don Haskin, vice president,
Public Affairs, Provident National Bank, (215) 585-6208. Provident Na-
tional Bank, is an affiliate of PNC Financial Corp. PNC, headquartered in
Pittsburgh, is the nation's 13th largest bank holding company, with assets of
$46.6 billion. It operates approximately 550 community banking offices in
Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana and Delaware and conduct business
through additional offices in 16 states.
West Phila. patrols
B2
will be tied together
on one radio network
Private security forces
police. Others, who use citizens band
radios to communicate with one an
from hospitals and
other, have to station a volunteer
Thursday, June 25, 1992
universities lend an ear
inside a home to operate a base sta-
tion night after night.
to town watches.
Lee B. Tolbert, president of the
West Philadelphia coalition, said he
By Craig R. McCoy
hoped as many as 100 volunteers
INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
would be equipped with walkie-talk-
Realizing that the health of their
ies tied into the frequency within a
campuses is linked to the safety of
year.
nearby streets, hospitals and academ-
John Kuprevich, commissioner of
ic institutions in West Philadelphia
public safety for the University of
have agreed to serve as 24-hour radio
Pennsylvania, said the goal was both
base stations for town watch volun-
to bolster existing town watches and
teers.
to encourage others to form.
Their radio dispatchers, already on
Rae Scott-Jones, director of the
the job around the clock monitoring
West Philadelphia Partnership, ex-
The Philadelphia Inquirer
their private security forces, will
pects to help raise money to pur-
also field calls from town watches
chase more walkie-talkies, which
and, if necessary, quickly relay mes-
cost about $500 apiece. Participating
sages to Philadelphia police.
institutions are also expected to do-
The program, which will begin
nate money.
this summer, will mean that town
The community leaders involved
watches across West Philadelphia
in the venture have been carefully
will be linked through a common,
developing their plans since last fall.
private radio frequency. That means,
That has involved knitting together
for instance, they can all learn at
tireless and proud volunteer town
once about a car fleeing one neigh-
watch groups that are sometimes
borhood to the next.
fiercely independent.
Presbyterian Medical Center at
They also realize that radio disci-
39th and Market Streets began moni-
pline - clear, succinct communica-
toring the frequency two years ago
tion without chatter - will become
for a town watch sponsored by the
critical as more and more people
West Philadelphia Coalition of
begin using the frequency.
Neighborhoods and Businesses.
"So far, we've been fortunate," said
Under the plan, the University of
a member of the West Philadelphia
Pennsylvania, Philadelphia College
coalition, who asked that his name
of Pharmacy and Science at 43d
not be used. The radios "are in the
Street and Kingsessing Avenue, and
hands of people who are responsi-
the Institute of Pennsylvania Hospi-
ble."
tal at 49th Street and Haverford Ave-
The directors of security at the
nue have also agreed to serve as base
institutions say they realized that
stations for town watches.
their campuses cannot be islands of
Walkie-talkies tuned to the fre-
security. They also realize that insti-
quency can also be given to police
tutions need to build bridges to com-
and to other West Philadelphia insti-
munities.
tutions, even ones not serving as
"We're strong community advo-
base stations.
cates," said Walker, of Presbyterian
"I am hopeful that this initiative is
Medical Center, whose security force
going to be incredibly helpful," said
watches over a 16-acΓe campus, He
Robert Walker, director of public
added, "We have a trash-to-steam
safety and security for Presbyterian.
plant here. The only way younget
"We want the crooks to know that
these things done is if you have a
there will be people out there moni-
strong rapport with the community!!
toring every day and letting the au-
David Hochman, president of, the
thorities know."
Spruce Hill Community Association.
Presbyterian serves as base station
which represents neighborhoods
for 18 coalition town watch volun-
near the University of Pennsylvania,
teers, who cover West Philadelphia
was enthusiastic.
in cars. Under the new effort, that
"It's very positive. Anything that
frequency will be opened for use by
can be done to coordinate all these
other town watches and institutions
different sets of eyes and ears that
throughout West Philadelphia.
are on the street is important, be-
Now, some town watch volunteers
cause that message communicates it-
must use pay phones or dash into
self to the neighborhood, that people
their homes when they want to alert
are watching out for each other."
COMPASS
May 15, 1992
Rae Scott-Jones leads a diverse coalition
at issues in a more comprehensive way," she says. "When
you discuss education, you're also talking about job train-
ing and economic improvement. You can't just build a
dedicated to improving West Philadelphia
house. either, and think you've solved housing problems.
Housing involves transportation and home maintainance
and improvement skills.
"
or goal is to enhance the quality of life in West
Scott-Jones cites two initiatives of the partnership.
"Communities and people are whole entities. she
Philadelphia for everyone who lives and
"Hire West Philadelphia" and "Buy West Philadelphia,"
continues. "with a lot of diversity in them, and we try to
works here." states Rac Scott-Jones, executive
both designed to increase the economic opportunities in
use a multi-focus approach." In fact, West Philadelphia
director of the West Philadelphia Partnership. Appointed
the community, as examples of the type of work the group
Partnership projects generally include counseling to help
to the post in February. Scott-Jones says she has found
is doing. "We worked closely with the Chamber of Com-
people cope with everyday problems, as well as programs
her new position a constant challenge, a great learning
merce on these projects," notes Scott-Jones. "We felt that
geared toward education.
experience. and a tremendous source of satisfaction.
they were a natural organization to join in this effort, as
Scott-Jones earned her law degree from Temple Uni-
One of the prizes: WEPIC
versity. For several years, she served as deputy chief SO-
A particular source of pride for Scott-Jones is WEPIC.
licitor for the City of Philadelphia and worked with its
which she directed for six years before becoming director
government on child-abuse cases. "It was heartbreaking,
of the partnership. Begun in 1985, WEPIC emerged from
and I realized I was getting involved too late in the pro-
an undergraduate seminar at the University that aimed to
cess to do much good." she says. She then took a position
relate the academic experiences of Penn students to real-
as a consultant for technology transfer at Temple, where
life situations. The program encourages students to go
she honed her administrative skills.
into the community. identify problems, and devise possi-
When the directorship of the West Philadelphia Im-
ble answers.
provement Corps (WEPIC) opened up. however, Scott-
According to Scott-Jones, "WEPIC got started right
Jones jumped at the opportunity. "I realized I wanted to
after the MOVE incident, when community morale was
work with people and with the community." she notes.
really poor." The Penn students started with a program to
Since WEPIC is one of the projects sponsored by the
beautify school buildings by removing the graffiti--and
partnership, her eventual move to the parent organization
the project was a great success. "The community got
was a step in the same direction of community involve-
excited, and WEPIC expanded," says Scott-Jones. noting
ment.
that the program is now working in nine West Philadel-
The West Philadelphia Partnership is an independent,
phia schools.
nonprofit group of community organizations. institutions
Scott-Jones is quick to add that the schools invite
(including the University of Pennsylvania and Drexel
WEPIC to join them. not the other way around. "We re-
University). individuals. and businesses committed to
spond to initiatives from school teachers and administra-
improving life III West Philadelphia. Sheldon Hackney.
tors. The teachers determine the needs, and we assist in
Penn's president, serves as chair of the partnership's
meeting them." So far, WEPIC's reception has been en-
heard. Originally known as the West Philadelphia Corpo-
thusiastic. The program has been involved in designing
ration. the partnership was established in 1981.
Resondres
school gardens, rehabilitating the pipe organ of a high
school. teaching photography. and building a greenhouse.
Acting as a catalyst for the communities
As Scott-Jones puts il. "We want to use a hands-on ap-
Under the acgis of the partnership. the various mem
proach to tear kids about their community and how to
hers act as unbiased mediators in solving local problems
solve community problems."
and in helping to implement projects that benefit the com-
In discussing the partnership, Scott-Jones conveys an
munity. "The partnership is unique because of its make-
air of competence. an impression not lost on those who
up." says Scott-Jones. "Because of our representation, we
work with her. "I am extremely impressed by Rae Scott-
are able to act as a reat catalyst on diverse projects, in-
Jones and her determination to make the partnership
cluding education. housing. and economic development."
work." says Stephen Carey, interim director of the Univer-
"The partnership has historically been very. very im-
sity's Office of Community Relations. "I think big things
portant to our neighborhood." notes David Hochman.
A native West Philadelphian, Rae Scott-Jones has
are going to happen, because with her leadership, the
president of the Spruce Hill Community Association. This
high hopes for the future of the Partnership.
potential for success is overwhelming."
group. a member of the partnership. is itself a nonprofit
Scott-Jones welcomes the challenge. "I come from
organization whose goal is to improve its segment of West
they complemented the groups we already have."
West Philadelphia: I grew up here: my family still lives
Philadelphia through a variety of community activities.
here," she says. "I am invested in the West Philadelphia
"We share their interest in improving the overall econom-
Taking the broader view
community, and I want the partnership to be a tool for
ic health of West Philadelphia. and we see the partnership
Part of Scott-Jones's mission is to develop programs
effecting positive change."
as a concrete example of Penn's commitment to the arca."
that address problems on a broad scale. "We have to look
-Ellen Bart
groups
given more than
$16,000 in grants
THE
LEIGHT
By Kendall Wilson
West Philadelphia for everyone
TIP
Tribune staff
who lives and works here."
Jones. who was joined at the cer-
Many neighborhood community
emony by representatives from the
groups have deservedly earned their
Greater Philadelphia Urban Affairs
share of praise and even plaques for
Coalition, the University of Penn-
jobs well done in the past, but
sylvania, Drexel University, com-
Mrs. J. Missing
rarely has that praise been accom-
munity leaders and neighborhood
During the recent Presidential In-
panied by a check or two.
people, and a large contingent of
augural celebration the nation's
Now, however, five such groups
police officers from the 16th and
leaders all trotted out their wives
broke that tradition Tuesday after-
18th districts, said the money ar-
(and in some instances wives),
noon when they received Philadel-
rived at a critical time for the
sons, and grandsons, but Jesse
phia Hope Grants totaling nearly
groups.
Jackson's better half was conspicu-
$17,000 during an awards cere-
"This West Powelton group
ously absent.
mony hosted by the West Philadel-
(drill team) which had done SO
Washingtonians tell Q.T. that the
phia Partnership (WPP). The grants
much for the community, had re-
last time anyone saw Mrs. J. was
were administered through the
ceived no money whatsoever for all
several months ago when a firearms
Greater Philadelphia Urban Affairs
their years of service," she said.
violation took place on her street
Coalition.
"This is their first money from out-
and she was briefly on local TV.
WPP's Resource and Informa-
side that will help them with the
Meanwhile J.J. is buying Clinton
tion Center provided technical and
uniforms and other operational ex-
time to develop a realistic U.S. pol-
grant writing assistance to these
penses."
icy regarding Haiti, which is long
groups, resulting in the direct
Police Officer Brenda Robin-
overdue, and important to our na-
awarding of $16,980 in grants, said
son-Stowe, who has dug deeply
tion's self interest.
WPP's Executive Director Rae
into her own pockets to keep her
Scott-Jones.
program going, said the grant to aid
White House Security Tax!
The real recipients of the grants
her football league came as a "gift
A whole lot of folks without
will be neighborhood youth, with
from God."
tickets crashed the White House
all funding going toward youth pro-
"You get involved with these
Reception held by newly elected
grams, said Jones.
kids and see what great people they
President Clinton
White House
The groups, their leaders, and the
are developing into, you just can't
security used to check out the kids
respective programs to be funded
cut them loose," said Stowe. "Yes,
who attended the Easter Egg Hunt
include:
I went into my bank account last
What gives?
Dunlap Community Citizens,
year for $1,200 at one flap to keep
Margaret Shepherd, varied youth
things going. It hurt me financially,
Open MLK Files Now
programs;
but helping and saving our kids
The Martin Luther King Show
Garden Court Community As-
made it worthwhile."
on Ch. 29 opened the eyes of scores
sociation, Dr. Alice Moyer (Hazel
The West Philadelphia Partner-
of young people who quickly
Singleton accepted), summer swim
ship, which took that name in 1981
pointed out that the records of the
league for local youth and area
after being called the West Phila-
assassination investigation are
beautification projects;
delphia Corporation (1959), is an
sealed until 2025 and that by then
West Powelton Concerned
independent, non-profit group of
all those involved will be dead and
Community Council, Elsie Wise,
community organizations, institu-
no one else will give a damn.
drill team;
tions - including the University of
18th Police District Mini-Sta-
Pennsylvania and Drexel Univer-
Drug War
tion Advisory Board, Fred Mozen-
sity - individuals, and businesses
Congrats to the valiant group of
ta, construction of Tot-Lot at 45th
committed to improving life in
unsung heroes who have been con-
and Sansom streets;
- West Philadelphia.
ducting anti-drug demonstrations at
16th Police District Advisory
46th and Walnut streets on Satur-
Council, Officer Brenda Robin-
day nights for quite some time,
son-Stowe, Mantua-area football
Eternal vigilance is the price of
league for 125 youths.
The Philadelphia Tribune
liberty!" They deserve total com-
Jones said the grant awards are
Friday, January 29, 1993
munity support.
in keeping with WPP's mission to
Page 8-A
"enhance the quality of life in
Margaret Shepherd (center), president of Dunlap Community Citizens, accepts her group's funding
grant from Rae Scott-Jones, executive director of the West Philadelphia Partnership (WPP), during an
awards ceremony at WPP's 40th and Market streets headquarters, which was the site for a total of five
groups receiving nearly $17,000 in grants for youth programs. Joining Shepherd at the presentation is
Dunlap's Neike King. - Paris Gray photo
16th DISTRICT
16th DISTRICT DIS RICT
DISTRICT
1992
COMMUNITY now
Members of the 16th Police District's Community Football team accept a sizable check from West Phila-
delphia Partnership's Rae Scott-Jones (left), as Police Officer Brenda Robinson-Stowe, representing the
16th Police District Advisory Council, looks on with pleasure. The funds will sponsor the Mantua-area
football league for 125 youths. - Paris Gray photo
Four community groups get help
in expanding their services
The four recipients were among
By Kendall Wilson
27 community organizations com-
The Philadelphia Tribune
Tribune staff
peting for the Partners grant this
Friday, December 25, 1992
year. They were selected with the
Four community development)
Page 4-B
assistance of the Delaware Valley
organizations - three in Philadel-
Community Reinvestment Fund,
phia and one in Chester County -
the Local Initiatives Support Cor-
received more than a word of en-
poration. Priority was given to
couragement Friday.
smaller organizations poised to
Provident National Bank an-
nounced that its "Partners in Com-
grow to a higher level of productiv-
ity and to the established groups for
munity Performance" program
would grant some $180,000 to the
whom the grant would enable sig-
nificant.
groups over the next three years.
Each group receives $10,000 the
Last year's recipients were
ship; rehab 15 units of abandoned
housing for lower incomè people
and expand the organization's ser-
vices to churches and senior citi-
Mary Ellen Tamasy is executive
first year, $15,000 the second and
Frankford United Neighbors, Hunt-
director of the Housing Partnership
of Chester County, formed in 1988.
She said the organization will use
its grant to build its housing devel-
opment and counseling services for
low and moderate income people in
$20,000 the third. The awards were
ing Park Community Development
the county.
presented during a luncheon Friday
Corporation and the Regional
zens.
at Provident headquarters in the
Council of Neighborhood Organi-
zations.
Land Title Building at Broad and
West Philadelphia Partnership, at
Chestnut streets.
3901 Market St., has worked for
The awardees include West Phil-
residential, educational and eco-
adelphia Partnership (WPP), Frank-
nomic revitalization of the West
ford Group Ministry (FGM), 4500
North 20th Street Community De-
Philadelphia community since
velopment Corporation, and the
1959, when it was formed.
Housing Partnership of Chester
Now, headed by Rae Scott-
Jones, executive director, WPP has
County (HPCC).
The grants are intended to help
renovated several buildings, includ-
the area. We're really moving into
the area of community and eco-
nomic development and the grants
serve as an affirmation of our ef-
The 4500 North 20th Street CDC
at 440 N. Broad St., headed by
Marcel Harris, executive director,
has rehabilitated seven properties in
the Nicetown area in the last two
years. Harris said 4500 CDC,
founded in 1977, will use the grant
to organize a Home Buyers Club to
prepare people for home owner-
ing 6009 Osage Ave., 1018 S. 48th
community organizations meet
St., and the Firehouse Market at
their basic operating expenses. The
forts."
50th Street and Baltimore Avenue.
grants also help reduce the time the
WPP also formed a Job Network
organizations spend on fundraising
and Referral Center and currently
and enables them to concentrate on
sponsors construction training
their substantive goals of neighbor-
classes at West Philadelphia High
hood revitalization.
School.
"Provident is proud that it has
Recently, WPP formed a subsid-
made a commitment to reach these
groups," said Donald C. Kelly,
iary community development cor-
Provident's community reinvest-
poration to help local community
organizations manage housing de-
ment manager.
Community Development Cor-
velopment projects and revitaliza-
cation, social services and recre-
ation. Next year, FGM will use the
grant to hire a staff person to help
carry out housing development pro-
jects and help the community im-
plement the five-year plan.
We feel fortunate and excited
to receive the grants," said John
Schol, executive director. "We're
in the midst of constructing 28 new
three-bedroom homes for low in-
come residents and 52 unit apart-
ments for senior citizens. We re-
cently got 30 jobs for residents in
tion strategies. It will use its Part-
porations play a critical role in re-
ners grant to help develop the sub-
viving deteriorating neighborhoods
and they will probably become
sidiary CDC; acquire 12 sites in the
even more prominent and numer-
Walnut Hill neighborhood; inte-
ous as a result of support by the
grate local CDCs with other WPP
Clinton Administration.
resources and initiatives; and de-
"Since 1989, when the Partner-
velop a five-year business plan.
ship program began, 15 organiza-
"This money will help WPP get
tions have been able to greatly en-
the core operating support we need
hance their communities by devel-
to reach our objectives," said
oping and rehabilitating low-in-
Scott-Jones. "We can hire a con-
come housing, revitalizing districts,
sultant and fiscal manager to fuel
facilitating small business develop-
'the projects and move forward. We
the quality of life here."
Frankford Group Ministry, lo-
cated at 4620 Griscom St., was
founded in 1979 to, enhance the
quality of life in the Frankford
neighborhood through organizing,
advocacy, providing leadership on
major issues, delivering social ser-
vices and constructing needed facil-
Its initiatives include a five-year
revitalization plan that addresses
housing, jobs, industry, the com-
mercial district, transportation, edu-
ment and achieving other goals."
see our CDC in a broader sense
than economic development alone,
ities.
but in the overall area of improving
Sheneen Wilson
3901 West Phila. Improvement
Market Street, Box Corp.
75.
Philadelphia, PA 19104-3133 1961
Volume 32 Number 22
Our 32nd Year Serving the Community
The Community People's Newspaper
1220 North Broad Street
Phila.. PA (215) 232-5974
lists in-
gram Ulticer for the new
I Joan
Pennsylvania Minority
cridian
Business Development
Iedina,
Authority (PMBDA) Gua-
Community School Registration
Public
ranteed Loan program; and
the ac-
Joe Lowry also of Milligan.
n Milli-
has an Enormous Turn-out
:d and
The panelists each pre-
hiladel-
sented a range of financing
alternatives currently
Despite the dreary rain on
grams. Likewise, many in-
chance to better themselves
nber of
available to minority- and
Saturday, over 1,000 people
dividuals know how to drive,
mentally and physically.
0 Jack-
women-owned businesses
came out to register for the
but do not know the funda-
This program will also give
for the
in Pennsylvania. The pan-
West Philadelphia Improve-
mentals to pass the driving
me an opportunity to learn
of the
elists then engaged the par-
ment Corps' third annual
test. However, the following
more about the area, the
Develop-
ticipants in discussion
free Community School at
classes have openings; nutri-
housing in the area, and the
(BDA);
around case histories in
the West Philadelphia High
tion, community organizing,
peoples needs in housing"
of the
School. The anxious resi-
performing arts, GED pre-
Craig Harn, an adolescent
lustrial
determining what financing
dents signed up for classes
paration, photography, self-
of the West Philadelphia
oration
solutions might be applied
such as aerobics, African-
improvement, spriritual par-
area, said, "The program is
to the given scenarios. As a
'oulson
American History, karate,
enting, getting a job in the
alright, [ feel that I can learn
final component, the panel
for the
arts and crafts, basketball,
90's, Afro-American history,
a lot. It will keep me busy on
presented the "how to's" of
It of the
driver's education, advanc-
modern dance, math, per-
Saturday's instead of loaf-
inistra-
developing a successful
ed computer skills, building
sonal financial planning,
ing. I plan to learn more
1 Mont-
banking relationship.
nutrition knowledge, com-
videography, West Phila.,
about our Afro-American
munity organizing, GED
cooking, auto purchases and
history and the basics of
preparation, home mainte-
repair, home maintenance
driving."
to
Register
nance and repair, how to be
and repair, how to be a bet-
The Community School
a better parent, how to buy
ter parent, and storytelling.
program, funded through
register-
east of the Spring Garden
a home, performing arts,
The instructors and the
the Youth Opportunity
ovember
stop on the Market-Frank-
photography, self-improve-
residents within the West
Unlimited (Y.O.U.) grant,
:tion is
ford El. Office hours are
ment, sprititual parenting,
Philadelphia area are very
is designed to improve the
:r 5th,
8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m., Mon-
getting a job in the 90's, and
proud and enthused about
lives of residents inthe West
ns who
day through Friday. On the
cookbook writing.
the program. Jeannette Con-
Philadelphia area. The pro-
urged to
last day to register, Monday,
The most popular classes,
nelly, teaches "How to Buy
gram is a collaborative effort
ssible.
October 5th, the office will
driver's education and ad-
a Home", is not familiar
between the Private Industry
on, you
be open from 8:30 a.m. to 12
vanced computer skills, were
with the area, but is just as
Council (PIC), the West
W Place
midnight.
the first to fill-up It seems
proud of the program. She
Philadelphia Improvement
are Ave-
Further information may be
that many people know how
says, "The program will be
Corps (WEPIC), and the
Garden
obtained by calling (215)
to turn-on a computer, but
a success, because it gives the
School Distict of Philadel-
le block
686-1500 or 686-1505.
do not know how to operate
people of the community a
phia.
many of the computer's pro-
October, 1992
THE WEST PHILADELPHIA PARTNERSHIP
A consortium of educational/health care/scientific institutions.
community organizations. residents and companies which seeks to
-)(
revitalize residential and economic life in West Philadelphia.
WPP Community Development Corporation (WPPCDC)
Concept Paper
The Housing Subcommittee of the West Philadelphia Partnership
proposes to create a Partnership Community Development Corporation.
The Partnership CDC will act as a catalyst for community based
housing development and improvement in West Philadelphia through
coordination with community groups, existing CDCs, government,
private funding sources, contractors, training providers,
professionals, and concerned citizens by addressing the problems of
affordable housing, vacancy and urban blight.
The Partnership CDC's role in community development will include
the following components:
Fiscal Coordination- WPPCDC will act as the fiscal agent in
partnership with smaller community based organizations and/or
CDCs on specific projects. Given the Partnership's history of
managing large public/private funds, WPPCDC will act in a
fiduciary capacity to ensure proper usage of funds by
providing legal, accounting and technical assistance as needed
to complete each project.
Developer - WPPCDC will undertake rehabilitation projects in
conjunction with community based organizations and/or CDCs.
Resource Center - provide existing CDCs in West Philadelphia
and other community groups who wish to form a CDC with
technical assistance ranging from proposal writing to
financial planning to architectural drawings.
Referral Center - the CDC would serve as a referral
center for architects and contractors interested in
undertaking community development projects in West
Philadelphia. Conversely, community groups would contact
the WPP when searching for reliable contractors or other
professional services to assist them with their projects.
3901 MARKET STREET, BOX 1948, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104 (215) 386-5757
WPPCDC
Concept Paper
Page Two
Business Opportunity/Employment - an emphasis would be placed
on development projects which improve employment opportunities
for West Philadelphians. This strategy would include projects
which offer training opportunities to area residents and/or
employ West Philadelphia based contractors and other
professionals.
Submitted by,
Housing Subcommittee Members:
Lois Bye
Kemel Dawkins
Queen Hinton
Alan Klein
Scott Lederman
Betty Twyman (Chairperson)
Project Staff:
Jermaine Brown
Michael P. Connelly
Rae Scott-Jones Esq.
Blane F. Stoddart
YOU:wppcdc.psl
WEST PHILADELPHIA JOB NETWORK AND REFERRAL
CENTER (JNARC)
SEPTEMBER 1992
The West Philadelphia Partnership, in collaboration with the West
Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, and the West Philadelphia
Economic Development Corporation (WPEDC) have established the
West Philadelphia Job Network and Referral Center (JNARC ) to
facilitate the employment and training needs of local residents
through the coordinated efforts of employers, community groups,
training providers, social service providers, and other agencies.
The objectives of the JNARC are:
1.
Facilitate the employment and training of
unemployed and underemployed West
Philadelphia residents by making referrals through
an already established network of employers,
training providers and community-based
organizations.
2.
Identify employment and training needs of local
employers in the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
Act as a catalyst in the identification and
placement of local employees in available
positions.
3.
Facilitate activities that will promote increased
employment opportunities for residents, such as
the West Philadelphia Job Fair.
4.
Develop job-training programs that will prepare
the under/unemployed to meet the needs of the
WORKFORCE 2000 job market.
West Philadelphia Improvement Corps
3901 Market Street, Box 1961
Philadelphia, PA 19104-3133
215-222-8680
WEPIC
GET TO KNOW WEPIC
The West Philadelphia Improvement Corps (WEPIC) is a program that
is working toward the revitalization of the West Philadelphia
community through local schools. WEPIC is currently involved with
more than 10 public schools in West Philadelphia, including West
Philadelphia High School, six middle schools, and three elementary
schools. Now a program of the West Philadelphia Partnership, WEPIC
continues to promote the use of schools as community resources.
WEPIC's goal is to produce community schools that serve, educate,
involve and activate all members of the community.
History
WEPIC was first created as a concept in a University of
Pennsylvania undergraduate honors seminar, co-taught by President
Sheldon Hackney and historians Lee Benson and Ira Harkavy. WEPIC
began operations in the spring of 1985 as a summer youth corps
program for middle school and high school students. It has since
expanded to a year-round program which involves over 1,000 young
people and their families. Over the years WEPIC has received
national and international recognition and has been cited for its
outstanding work by President Bush, Secretaries of Labor Ann
McLaughlin and Elizabeth Dole, Deputy Secretary of Health and Human
Services Constance Horner, Senator Harris Wofford, Congressman
William Gray, and Governor Robert Casey.
Current Programs
During 1991 and 1992 WEPIC has coordinated numerous programs in its
efforts to support the economic and cultural growth of West
Philadelphia. The following are just a few examples of the
projects which are currently being run by WEPIC:
Turner Middle School
A Saturday Community School which offers free
educational, recreational, and cultural classes for
children and some adults in the community. Classes focus
on arts and crafts, airplane modeling, math, dance,
aerobics, creative writing, basketball, tennis,
vegetarian cooking, African-American history, and
swimming. These classes are taught by school teachers
and community members.
An affiliate of the West Philadelphia Partnership
Wednesday Evening Adult Classes which offer educational
and job skills classes. Activities include dance, math,
aerobics, swimming, financial planning, sewing, cooking
and nutrition, typing, and GED preparation.
A School-Within-a-School for 110 sixth to eighth graders
in which students focus on issues of nutrition, cancer,
AIDS, injury prevention, and drug and alcohol abuse
prevention.
A health careers and work-based learning project that
exposes Turner students to career opportunities in the
health-care industry and provides them with hands-on job
experiences with Misericordia Hospital and the Woodland
Avenue Health Center.
A Community Health Watch which provides screenings for
community residents on hypertension, cancer, nutrition,
oral health, and vision.
West Philadelphia High School
A Wednesday Evening and Saturday Community School which
offers free educational, recreational, and cultural
classes for children and adults in the community.
Classes offered include Aikido, African-American History,
Personal Financial Planning, Dance, Computers, Tennis,
Basketball, Cooking, and Arts and Crafts.
An in-school construction class which teach high school
students carpentry and construction skills under the
guidance of union carpenters. Students will be learning
skills in class which they will then apply to after-
school work at various sites in the West Philadelphia
area in partnership with community-based organizations.
Phil-a-Job
The summer of 1992 saw an extremely successful WEPIC
Phil-a-Job program. WEPIC coordinated 13 work sites,
providing job opportunities for more than 230 West
Philadelphia young people. This year's sites included:
Shaw Middle School
Multiple Sclerosis Society
Sulzberger Middle School
People's Emergency Center
Sayre Middle School
Peake's Day Care Center
Lea Middle School
Kingsessing Recreation Center
West Phila. High School
University City Arts League
Turner Middle School
West Phila. Econ. Dev. Corp.
wepic:blurb.wep
West Philadelphia Improvement Corps
3901 Market Street, Box 1961
Philadelphia, PA 19104-3133
215-222-8680
WEPIC
GET TO KNOW
THE WEPIC CONSTRUCTION TECH PROGRAM!
The West Philadelphia Improvement Corp (WEPIC) is a member of the
West Philadelphia Partnership and operates several school-based
community programs. The WEPIC Construction Tech program is an
intensive training program for students of the West Philadelphia
High School interested in bettering themselves and their community.
BEYOND THE NORM!
INTENSIVE TRAINING
The program provides in-school instruction of the construction
trades through a certified carpentry teacher and an experienced
union carpenter. Taught in the new, state-of-the-art Hanson Street
Training Facilities, Construction Tech emphasizes the most up to
date techniques and skills under the direction of an experienced
union carpenter.
COMMUNITY SERVICE
While students are being trained in a skill in the construction
trades they also are taught the importance of community service.
From in-class projects that are donated to on site improvement
projects after school, students learn the fundamentals of service
projects from conception to completion.
PAID APPRENTICESHIPS
After school and weekend paid apprenticeships are offered to all
students enrolled in the Construction Tech program. Apprentices
work on various community improvement projects under the
supervision of a Union Carpenter. Completed projects include the
renovation of a green house for Masterman School, the erection of
a retaining wall at Barkan Park for the Department of Recreation,
and the de-construction of an unsafe building structure at Turner
Middle School. Current projects include table tennis tables for
community centers, the renovation of a vacant house, and the
building of "tot lots" for two Head Start facilities.
EMPLOYMENT READINESS TRAINING SEMINARS
Career training seminars covering such topics as resumes,
interviewing, banking, taxes, job hunting, and entrepreneurship are
held once a week by various speakers.
SKILL DEVELOPMENT SEMINARS
Hands on training seminars are being established with skilled
tradespeople and manufacturers. Current training seminars include
the flooring, cabinet, and textile industries.
An affiliate of the West Philadelphia Partnership
BEYOND TRAINING!!
WEPIC continues its commitment to the students beyond intensive
training. Through the help of private employers and skilled
tradespeople, WEPIC works to provide smooth school-to-work-
transitions so that the students may become an integral part of our
working, caring, and giving community.
MENTORING
People from the construction trade are linked with students
interested in a career in the field. Most students are from low-
income single family homes and are in desperate need of role
models.
FIELD TRIPS
Trips to various construction sites and carpentry shops are
scheduled for the student's of Construction Tech. Trips for the
current semester include a tour of the construction of the Penn Law
Center and the University Science Center Building
JOB NETWORKING
WEPIC makes all attempts possible to connect potential employers
with trained apprentices. Part time, summer, and permanent
employment is matched for qualified students and employers.
TRAINING COURSES
CONSTRUCTION TECH I - "Introduction To Construction Trades"
This survey course offers the opportunity for freshman and
sophomore students to be introduced to the construction trades and
community service.
CONSTRUCTION TECH II - "Rough Carpentry"
This hand-on instruction course will be taught in our new state-of-
the-art facilities at the Hansom Street Training Facilities.
Students will learn the fundamentals of "rough" carpentry by
building "playhouses" for day care centers (Head Start, YMCA,
Public Housing and other non-profits) in the West Philadelphia
area.
CONSTRUCTION TECH III - "Finish Carpentry"
Students will move into finish carpentry and detail work. Various
projects will be donated to the community and students will also
complete "personal" projects.
Construction Tech IV - "Internship"
WEPIC will assist in placing students in half-day
employment/learning opportunities. Additionally, students will be
responsible for the conception and implementation of an independent
community service project.
WANT TO KNOW MORE! CONTACT WEPIC's ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 222-8680!
CONCEPT
West Philadelphia Partnership's Resource and Information
Center
Established October 1, 1992
The West Philadelphia Partnership's Resource and Information Center
serves as a clearinghouse for information in West Philadelphia. The
Resource Center has begun to aid community groups, researchers,
institutions, and grant writers in gaining access to funding information by
serving as a central location to access information relative to West
Philadelphia. In addition, the Center will contain current request for
proposals, from Federal, State and Local government sources, national
grant indices, and a volunteer pool of grantwriters to aid in the
empowerment of local "grassroots organizations" by teaching techniques in
proposal writing and fundraising. Other information to be included in the
Resource Center includes:
-Maps of West Philadelphia showing boundaries of various
communities.
-Census tract information on West Philadelphia.
-Area Demographic information.
-Complete profile of community based organizations and geographic
boundaries.
-Planning Commission reports relevant to area.
-Community Calender listing all major invents in community.
- Computerized landscape depictions of West Philadelphia
neighborhoods, showing sewage, drainage, creeks, and open spaces
in each designated neighbourhood.
-Other relevant information.
Clinton Presidential Records
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PARTNERSHIP NEWS
Special Issue dedicated to the memory of Isadore Maximilian Martin (1909-1992)
3901 Market Street, Box 1948 Philadelphia, PA 19104 386-5757
FALL 1992
A consortium of individuals, community groups, businesses, educational, scientific and health care
institutions seeking to revitalize educational, residential and economic life in West Philadelphia
The West Philadelphia Job
Community Development
Network and Referral Center is
Corporation off to a Great Start!
Launched
The West Philadelphia Partnership has formed the West
Philadelphia Partnership Community Development
Corporation (WPPCDC). According to Rae Scott-Jones,
Executive Director, "We have recognized a need where
there are a number of community groups that want to do
something about the housing in their area, but for many
reasons have not been able to move forward the WPPCDC
will provide the technical assistance necessary that will
immediately benefit these communities through completion
of specific projects." Betty Twyman, President of the
WPPCDC, adds, "We have been impressed with the
supportive responses extended to the WPPCDC. As an arm
of the West Philadelphia Partnership, the CDC can point to
Dr. Ted Hershburg, Guest Speaker converses with Alice Crowell of the Science Center. In
over 25 years of continuity of leadership. Acting as a
Background left to right; Daryl Fitzgerald. Jefferson Hospital: Ron Story. Univ of Penn.:
Sheldon Rossi, JNARC, and Matt Larsen, JNARC Intern
facilitator, we look forward to working with CDC's and
community groups in helping to make blocks whole again."
The West Philadelphia Partnership has recently created the
West Philadelphia Job Network and Referral Center
The WPPCDC will act as a catalyst in addressing the
(JNARC). The JNARC is an expansion of the "Hire West
problems of unaffordable housing, vacancy and urban blight
Philadelphia Campaign" which was originally designed to
through coordination with existing CDC's, community based
match job openings with neighborhood residents. A
organizations, churches, government, public/private funders,
collaborative effort between the Partnership, the West
and concerned citizens.
Philadelphia Economic Development Corporation, and the
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West Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce, the JNARC
Message From The Executive Director
seeks to address the problems of under/unemployment in the
West Philadelphia community through referrals to possible
employers, job training providers and other direct service
The Legacy of Community Service Left by
providers.
Isadore Martin
An initial JNARC meeting was held on October 15, 1992 at
Mr. "Max" Martin as he was referred to, was the first African-
the new Strothers Cafe located at 3801 Market Street. Over
American member and among the first community
25 major Philadelphia employers attended. According to
representatives to join the Board of Directors of the West
Dr. Ted Hershberg, guest speaker, "U.S. youngsters lag
Philadelphia Partnership ("the Partnership"). He remained as an
behind every industrial nation in math, science and technical
active member of the Board from its inception in 1959 until his
skills needed for the workplace entering the 21st century".
recent death this past summer. During this time, Mr. Martin
Adds Sheldon Rossi, JNARC Manager, "the success of the
made significant contributions to the work of the Partnership as
JNARC lies in our ability to identify the needs of employers
well as to numerous other organizations with which he was
that are not being met, to aid and encourage job training
affiliated.
programs that are tailored to fill the gaps in the workplace
through coordination with the Private Industry Council,
He was the President of Berean Savings Bank, the only
OIC, employers, and government, and on our ability to
minority managed, federally insured savings institution in
secure funding."
Philadelphia, from 1970-1990. In this capacity, he was a
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685-0069
and
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686-2181
LICENSES AND INSPECTION
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INFORMATION
686-2250
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686-2463
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875-3611
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875-5691
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INFORMATION
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898-7297
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DISABLED
686-2798
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978-3969
INFORMATION
895-2000
CHILDREN AND YOUTH
686-6100
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895-2822
CHILD ABUSE
831-8877
PHILA. COLLEGE OF PHARMACY & SCIENCE
SUICIDE CRISIS CENTER
686-4420
INFORMATION
596-8800
HOMELESS SHELTER INFORMATION
686-7150
COMMONWEALTH of PENNSYLVANIA
24 HR. CAMPUS SECURITY
596-8938
DRUG & ALCOHOL CTR.
592-5403
COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF PHILADELPHIA
PA S.P.C.A. ANIMAL ABUSE
426-6300
GOVERNOR ROBERT P. CASEY
800-932-0784
INFORMATION
764-1050
A.A.
545-4023
CHENEY STATE
A.I.D.S.
985-2437
BUREAU OF NARCOTICS
937-1300
INFORMATION
399-2000
CENTER FOR LITERACY
474-1235
STATE UNEMPLOYMENT OFFICE
560-3974
PENN STATE
VOTER REGISTRATIONS FORMS
686-1500
LIQUOR CONTROL BOARD
INFORMATION
560-4150
HARRISBURG LIC. OFFICE
717-787-6728
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
LICENSE ISSUES
717-787-3885
INFORMATION
476-6666
INFORMATION
686-4692
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560-6263
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EMERGENCIES
686-5665
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560-3780
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COUNTY ASSISTANCE OFFICE
560-3700/01
24 HR. CAMPUS SECURITY
476-4003