Coming up tomorrow night at Aria Health, 2nd floor conference room at 7:00 PM.

Tim Wisniewski discusses the safety ambassadors with Lt. Zaffino and Officer Andrews

The PSA meeting was held Thursday night at Aria Health.  If you read only that first line you would think we were all getting together for a prostate check.  No wonder so many guys were there.

Seriously though, PSA in this instance refers to patrol sector area of the 15th district of the police department.  PSA number one is the area that covers Frankford and Bridesburg.  The meeting gives citizens an opportunity to talk with the police about what is going on, in their neighborhood and on their block.

If some slime sucker has decided to sell drugs on your doorstep, you can talk to the Lieutenant and he’ll tell you what can be done and what he’ll do and he’ll give you his email address.  That’s what the meeting last night was about.

Lt. Zaffino runs a very good meeting.  He asks everybody what is on their mind and then provids answers.  There is not always a easy solution but over the last few months, I’ve seen that he has done things that have helped people who attend this meeting.

I don’t report details of the issues discussed at these meetings to protect the identities of the people who attend.  However, Tim Wisniewski of the Frankford Special Services District discussed the positive impact the safety ambassadors are having on the avenue.

If you have a problem, show up at the next PSA meeting for Frankford which is on August 10th at 7 PM at Aria Health, second floor conference room.  This is your best shot at talking to somebody who can get things done.

PSA 1 community meeting was held last night at Aria Health, Frankford at 7PM.   About 30 people from Northwood, West Frankford, East Frankford and Bridesburg attended.

So what is the point of this meeting and what exactly is a PSA?  Good question.  Let me try to translate.

The Police Department has made a lot of progress in reducing the crime rate by redeploying their officers and focusing on areas and times where crime takes place.  This strategy has its limits.  There are too many bums and criminals out there compared to the number of cops available.  The most recent strategy implemented was Patrol Sector Areas which is meaningless unless you also understand that specific police officers are assigned permanently to those areas.

The cop you see driving down the street today will be back tomorrow and the next day and the next day.  You will eventually recognize them and they will get to know you and your street and your neighborhood.  They will also get to know the folks who need watching.  This is contrary to previous procedures which would have officers patrolling any where within their districts.

Now that you know the police officer driving in that car, maybe you will be encouraged to help him out.  Nobody knows what is happening on your block better than you.  You can cooperate with the police by calling 911 when you see things going on that should not be happening.  Crimes call 911.  Quality of life call 311.  Better yet, come to the PSA monthly meeting and tell Lt. Zaffino and Sgt. Rosenbaum what’s really going on.

Lt. Zaffino and Sgt. Rosenbaum with two patrol officers

I was impressed last night as they went around the room and asked each person what issues they had.  They both showed that they do have a very detailed knowledge of what is going on in this area.  I won’t go into specific situations but they covered the range from nuisance to to drug sales to bad neighbors to illegal parking.  None of these things are minor since quality of life issues may often lead to more serious problems later.

The bottom line is that if you want to reduce crime, the police cannot do it all alone.  Community involvement is a necessity.  They provide you an opportunity every month to sound off and talk directly to the people who do the job.  It’s up to you to take advantage of it.

The next PSA 1 meeting is scheduled for June 1st at Aria Health, Frankford.

• Frankford Special Services District Board Meeting
  When – Mon, May 3, 8:30am – 9:30am

  Where – St. Mark’s Church, 4442 Frankford Ave, Griscom Street entrance. (map)

  Description – Open to the public.
• Rachael Ray Shines on Frankford High
  When – Mon, May 3, 10am – 11am

  Where – TV ABC (map)

  Description – Rachael Ray show comes to Frankford.
• PSA 1 meeting
  When – Tue, May 4, 7pm – 8pm

  Where – Aria Health, Frankford and Dyre Streets, second floor conference room (map)

  Description – Patrol Sector Area 1 – bring your crime issues directly to the 15th district captain.
• Frankford Garden Club Annual Day-Before-Mother’s Day Plant Sale
  When – Sat, May 8, 9am – 10am

  Where – In Front of the Frankford Library, corner of Frankford Ave and Overington St (map)

  Description – We will have “Growing from Seed” Workshop at the Sale and at the Park VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
• LOVE Your Park Day in Overington Park Planting, Mulching Flower Beds and “Growing From Seeds” Workshop
  When – Sat, May 8, 12pm – 3pm

  Where – Overington Park (map)

  Description – LOVE Your Park Day in Overington Park Planting, Mulching Flower Beds and “Growing From Seeds” Workshop
• Historical Society of Frankford program
  When – Tue, May 11, 7:30pm – 9:00pm

  Where1507 Orthodox St., Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

  Description – FRANKFORD’s “SLOW FOOD” EFFORTS and LEGACY HSF Collections and Frankford Friends School Students HSF’s 2010 exhibit features aspects of food in Frankford and the Northeast. Frankford Friends School students have been researching food, urban farming (such as Kensington’s Greensgrow Farms — national leader in urban farming), and other aspects of slow food. View HSF’s display of historic food use, preparation, and storage items.
• Frankford Business & Professional Association Meeting
  When – Wed, May 12, 8:30am – 10:00am

  Where – Northeast Treatment Centers, 4625 Frankford Avenue (map)

  Description – The next general meeting for Frankford Business & Professional Association will be held on Wednesday, May 12 at 8:30am. There was a scheduling conflict with the previous locations. At this meeting there will be presentations from SEPTA on the upcoming construction of the Margaret-Orthodox El Stop and from The Enterprise Center on the programs they now offer for Frankford businesses.
• Happy Birthday Frankford High Open House
  When – Sat, May 15, 10am – 3pm

  Where – Frankford High, Oxford Ave. & Wakeling St. Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

  Description – Join us for a full day of fun, food and reminiscing!! FHS students, staff and alumni are invited Be a part of the fun! Tours of the Building Memorabilia rooms Gathering spaces for clubs, teams, and music groups Frankford Souvenirs Tickets will be on sale for the 100th Anniversary Banquet November 26th Current
• Italian Style Family Dinner
  When – Sat, May 15, 4:30pm – 8:00pm

  Where – St. Joachim’s Church, 1527 Church Street, Phila., PA 19124 (map)

  Description – MARK YOUR CALENDAR Every Third Wednesday from September thru May Italian Style Family Dinner The Dinners will be served from 4:30 PM to 8 PM in Fitzmaurice Hall Take-out will be available. COST: $8.00 for Adults, $4.00 for Children. Come Join us!
• ANTIQUE (and COLLECTIBLE) APPRAISAL FAIR
  When – Sun, May 16, 10am – 3pm

  Where – Historical Society of Frankford, 1507 Orthodox Street, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (map)

  Description – ANTIQUE (and COLLECTIBLE) APPRAISAL FAIR Annual fundraiser. Have your cherished items appraised by local appraiser/auctioneer Barry S Slosberg. Who knows — you may have a priceless treasure just waiting to be discovered! Cost: $8 per item; maximum 3 items per person.
• Northwood Civic Association Meeting
  When – Tue, May 18, 7pm – 8pm

  Where – St. James Lutheran Church, at Castor Avenue and Pratt Street. (map)

15thDist.PSA 1 (Patrol Sector Area number 1) meeting will be held 4-6-10 7:00pm at 4900 Frankford Ave (Aria Frankford) in the 2nd Fl conference room. All are Invited

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