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Krajewski to Retire: 6th District Council Seat Up for GrabsSubmitted by Tulin on Thu, 2005-07-07 16:24.
Democrat City Councilwoman Joan L. Krajewski, who represents the 6th District and much of Northeast Philadelphia, is not expected to run for reelection when her term is up in 2007. The 71 year old Krajewski will have served 7 terms in office.
Republican Scott Cummings, president of the Mayfair Civic Association is unofficially running for the 6th District seat that will be vacated by Krajewski.
He’ll attend the fund-raiser and speak on issues, but he will not declare his candidacy because, under the Home Rule Charter, he’d have to resign his job in security for the Philadelphia Parking Authority.The fundraiser for Cummings is being held by the Neighborhood Civic PAC on July 21st. Newly formed, the PAC boasts a membership including Kevin Cauley, Joseph J. DeFelice, Esq.Edward J. Dixon, Kevin Kelly,Joseph McColgan, Saverio "Sam" Mirarchi, Esq., Sean Reilly, Esq., and Stephanie Steward.
Krajewski's retirement marks the start of what is likely to be a long list of Council vacancies come 2007. Several City Council members are expected to officially declare their candidacy for Mayor, which means they will have to resign their seat.
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