PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 28 – State Rep. Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, said about 750 people joined her for her "60 th Street Health and Wellness Community Summer Jam" held last month in Southwest Philadelphia. This community festival was held along 60 th Street between Chestnut and Arch streets and extended from 59 th to 61 st streets, as well. This huge block party was the first of its nature ever held on the 60 th Street corridor! There were a number of fun activities for children, including face painting, bounce houses, waterslides and games. Adults were offered a number of health screenings, including blood pressure, glucose and HIV tests, and the Penn Mobile Mammography truck also was available. "I was thrilled with the turnout for the 60 th Street neighborhood," McClinton said. "Thank you to all of the local organizations that offered information, fun and entertainment for local residents of all ages. Children and adults enjoyed fun games and live musical entertainment at the mainstage. I also wanted to give a special recognition to all neighbors and volunteers who braved the excessive heat." McClinton was joined by her partners for the event, District Attorney Seth Williams, Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell and Councilman Curtis Jones Jr. and ACHIEVEability. Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney joined this community celebration as well! A variety of food items were provided by event Read more

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 1 – State Rep. Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, said hundreds of people joined her for her "Celebrating Bartram Village" Health and Wellness Community Event on Aug. 27 in Bartram Village. McClinton was joined by state Rep. Dwight Evans, Sharif Street, Anna Brown and Dr. Branville Bard Jr., public safety director for the Philadelphia Housing Authority. "I was thrilled with the community support for my first Bartram Village Community Day," McClinton said. "Thank you to all of the local organizations that offered information, fun and entertainment for local residents of all ages. We were able to offer face painting, fitness classes, interactive games and live musical entertainment." More than 200 registered residents from the Bartram and Southwest Philadelphia area were offered a number of free health screenings and other health and wellness information. Some 100 youths received book bags and school supplies in preparation for the school year. Cookout food was prepared by the Bartram Village Council and was provided by the Philadelphia Housing Authority and Brown's Shop-Rite. Other sponsors that contributed to the day included: ACHIEVEability, Comcast, Gateway Health Plan and the Outreach to Youth program of Open Door Church. Dr. Kim C. Davis and Dr. Juwan Bennett provided musical entertainment with an inspirational concert. Children's activities, including games and face painting, were run by Read more

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 1 – State Reps. Vanessa Lowery Brown, Joanna McClinton and Lynwood Savage will co-host two events for older residents of West Philadelphia to obtain their SEPTA Key photo ID cards. SEPTA Key is the modern fare payment and collection system being unveiled by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority. It offers seniors an alternative to using their Pennsylvania driver’s license or state-issued ID card. The events will be Thursday, Sept 8 and Monday, Sept. 26 from 9 a.m. to noon at West Philadelphia Senior Community Center, 1016-26 N. 41 st St., Philadelphia. The new SEPTA Key card will have a contactless chip, so riders only will need to scan it to pay for their ride. While an appointment is not required to attend the events, interested attendees can call their local legislator's office for more information. Brown can be reached at 215-879-6615 ; McClinton at 215-748-6712 and Savage at 215-879-6625 . ### Read more

Pa. state Rep. Joanna McClinton hosted a House Democratic Policy Committee hearing in Philadelphia to explore methods to keep Pennsylvania's young people out of the criminal justice system. Read more

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 18 – State Rep. Joanna McClinton, D-Phila., today hosted a House Democratic Policy Committee hearing to discuss criminal justice reform in Pennsylvania. McClinton requested the hearing to create a dialogue on reforming the criminal justice system that would be fair to those in the system and taxpayers. “I thank Chairman Sturla for allowing the Policy Committee to give this worthy cause a platform,” McClinton said. “We are looking to make reasonable changes that would give citizens a second chance, restore their right to vote and remove criminal charges from their records that they have been absolved of. Addressing the pipeline to prison and making sure we devote resources to reduce incarceration rates will restore dignity to our citizens and save taxpayer dollars.” "We have to come up with alternatives to incarceration and Representative McClinton is doing a great job leading that discussion,” said House Democratic Policy Committee Chairman Mike Sturla, D-Lancaster. “Those alternatives should include investing in early childhood education, mental and behavioral health services and rehabilitation efforts. If we can address these pivotal components, we can have a meaningful impact on communities and reduce our prison populations." Hearing testifiers included George Mosee, First Assistant District Attorney, Office of the Philadelphia District Attorney; Keir Bradford-Grey, Chief Public Defender, Read more

State Rep. Joanna McClinton, D-Phila., will host a House Democratic Policy Committee public hearing on Ending the Pipeline to Prison in Pennsylvania 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 18 at the Richard Allen Preparatory Charter School, Library, 2601 S. 58 th St., Philadelphia. The hearing agenda is as follows: 10 a.m. Welcome and opening remarks 10:10 a.m. George Mosee, first assistant district attorney, Office of the Philadelphia District Attorney 10:40 a.m. Keir Bradford-Grey, chief public defender, Defender Association of Philadelphia 11:10 a.m. William Cobb, founder, Redeemed PA 11:40 Closing Remarks The hearing is open to the public . Read more

PHILADELPHIA, Aug. 12 – State Rep. Joanna McClinton is hosting a summer street party Saturday for her constituents. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 13 on 60th Street, between Chestnut and Arch streets. "It's a way for area residents to learn more about keeping healthy and staying fit in a fun atmosphere," said McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware. "Free fresh fruit salads, water ice and other refreshements will keep all neighbors cool. This event is a way to enjoy the summer, while providing helpful and informative information about one's health and safety as well." McClinton said a number of public officials will be on hand, with introductions and brief remarks planned at 2 p.m. Those attending include Mayor Jim Kenney, state Sen. Anthony Williams, state Sen. Vincent Hughes and District Attorney Seth Williams. Throughout the day, there will be free food and children's activities and information about state programs and services. The event also features a full slate of entertainment, from gospel, dance and hip-hop, to rap, R&B, and jazz beginning at 11:45 a.m. A musical battle between contestants will be held at 3:40 p.m., with the winner announced at 4 p.m. "Saturday promises to be a fun-filled educational event. I hope everyone will come out and spend the day," McClinton said. Read more

PHILADELPHIA, July 22 – State Rep. Joanna McClinton, D-Phila./Delaware, will host a seminar on employment law issues from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4 at the First Baptist Church of Paschall, 2210 S. 71 st St. Those with questions about their rights as an employee are encouraged to attend. "When there are problems in a job situation, the employee is often at a big disadvantage," McClinton said. "Employers hold the power with the threat of termination, as well as access to funding should a case end up in litigation. This seminar will help employees understand their rights." Local experts will discuss such topics as: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Employment discrimination based on race, gender or pregnancy, Hostile work environments, and Unemployment compensation. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact McClinton's office staff at (215) 748-6712 . ### Read more

Pa. state Rep. Joanna McClinton speaks in the House chamber to mourn the victims of recent violence across the United States. Read more

Government resource guide for Delaware County residents. Read more