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February 1, 2007 press release, (submitted via e-mail)

MEDIA ADVISORY
February 1, 2007

Contact: Solomon Jones
215.829.1620/ 215.370.5681

FOR PLANNING PURPOSES

Mayoral Candidate Fattah to announce Housing Policy 'Fattah Commitment to Quality Housing' will turn renters into homeowners

PHILADELPHIA, PA - Mayoral Candidate Chaka Fattah will lay out his commitment to quality housing, which includes keeping homeowners in their homes, helping Philadelphia renters become homeowners, and building more affordable housing.

WHO: Mayoral Candidate Chaka Fattah and numerous Philadelphians committed to quality affordable housing for all Philadelphians.

WHAT: Press event outlining Chaka Fattah's policy agenda on housing. The plan focuses on partnering with the community and major housing stakeholders to increase homeownership in Philadelphia, moving people out of homelessness, and providing safe, affordable housing for seniors and the disadvantaged.

WHEN: Thursday, February 1st - 10 AM

WHERE: Maple Village at Center in the Park
22 W. Rittenhouse Street (Near Germantown Avenue)

INTERVIEW: Chaka Fattah will be available for interviews.

NOTE: Maple Village is a tax credit housing complex for low to moderate income seniors managed by Pennrose Management Company.

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Last Updated: February 5, 2007