Camden Free Press

I'm Back

2010-10-04T19:40:00.000-07:00

Once I started going to Rutgers full time and decided to change the way I participate in the local political region, I decided to stop blogging. Only a few people read it, barely no one ever commented, and sharing my thoughts only made me more enemies. Now that I am a school board member, my opinion of local politics has completely morphed. I am maturing, but have the temperament of a grumpy

My Primary Concern

2009-05-28T13:45:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, June 2, 2009 polls will be open for the Primary. Whoever wins this will be the Democrats’ people for the November election. The people of the City of Camden need big things to happen. The three most important issues are:1. Our children must be able to go to quality and safe public schools2. The city must have safe and safe streets and neighborhoods3. Job, small businesses, and

I Found My Heart in Africa

2009-03-30T07:30:00.000-07:00

I wrote the following commentary on the trip for the school newspaper: · City Council made steps to allow the new construction of the State St. bridge, an historic bridge that needs repair. · The City of Camden is establishing new bus stops throughout the city. Councilman Moran asked the business administrator if the residents near those stops were informed. · I mayor discussed my criticism of her· I attended Sen. Obama’

Lay...Off...Power

2008-03-12T09:07:00.000-07:00

Lay...Off…PowerLast night I attended the City Council meeting. These are my notes and comments for the meeting…AttendanceAll department directors were present for the entire meeting, with the exception of Ed Williams of the Department of Planning and Development. Ed Williams has not been named acting Director, even though there is no director since Kromer’s contract was not renewed.Privately,

Mayor's State of the City and my Response

2008-03-07T11:28:00.001-08:00

On February13th, at Rowan University, Camden Campus, the mayor was invited by the board to give her state of the city address. I took notes and recorded the speech. These are the notes.There must be new approach to economic development. It must residents. we have concentrated places of poverty. As a mission the city must break barriers. Economic development must benefit the neighborhoods, not

Board of Ed. election

2008-03-05T16:06:00.000-08:00

The following people are candidates for the Board of Education:Kevin BarfieldSara DavisEdward TorresVernon HillLola MooreDr. John GilliamsMartha WilsonJose DelgadoThe number indicates the ballot position. Dwaine Williams withdrew his nameThe election is on April 15thThis is the first election in three years. Under the takeover legislation (MRERA), three of nine board members are elected. The

Council and Board meetings

2008-02-27T09:03:00.000-08:00

Last night I attended the City Council meeting and Board of Education meetings. Below you will see the notes from the City Council meeting. I have to wait to see what personnel issues were approved by the Board of Education during their closed session, before I report on it.The following are the highlights and notes from the City Council meeting.Dana Redd was absentThe building (1667 Davis Street

Identity Crisis

2008-02-25T11:26:00.000-08:00

Camden is suffering from an identity crisis. Many cities across this nation are known for something. This summer I went to New Orleans, which is known for its culture, food, and music; despite the crime, the city attract thousands of tourists who want the New Orleans experience. Philadelphia is known for the cheese steak, the energetic sports fans, and now its crime rate. Camden certainly has a