Voice: Roxanne Patel Shepelavy
The Winner Is …
We gave away $5,000 to one random voter yesterday. Amber Kipp won for being a good citizen.
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyThe Pro-Choice Election
Our City Controller debate this week showed why voters will be the real winners on Tuesday: They’ll have a real choice.
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyOn the Table Philly
More than 100 hosts have signed up to share a meal and a conversation with their neighbors on May 23. Their main concern? Building community.
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyIt Pays to Vote … Again
Vote on May 16. You could win $5,000.
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyThe Not-So-Sweet Smell of School Success
Parental support for neighborhood schools is what advocates say we need most. But what happens when you get too much of a good thing?
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyVeterans and Civic Engagement
At our Citizen Town Hall last week, we offered a way for vets to continue their commitment to service: With local civic engagement
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyThe University and The City
Our sold-out Citizen Speaks event brought five city university presidents together for the first time. Hopefully it's not the last
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyBlack Degrees Matter
A campaign led by Boys’ Latin is forcing the city to face a painful truth
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyJust What Is A Sanctuary City?
Everything you always wanted to know about the debate no one knows anything about. A special report.
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyMarketing for Good
Behavioral scientists from local universities are trying to figure out how to get more city residents using more services, like tax rebates and bike shares. It could mean a whole new approach to customer service.
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy