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Jackson Announces He Will Withdraw From Race for Mayor for Health Reasons

Posted on June 21, 2005 by John Bailey

WPCNR BACKROOM BULLETIN. By John F. Bailey. June 22, 2005: Ron Jackson announced exclusively to WPCNR this evening he is withdrawing from the Democratic race for Mayor, leaving Dennis Power, the official nominee of the party a clear path, without having to contend with a Ron Jackson primary attempt.

Mr. Jackson who suffered chest pains Monday, was briefly hospitalized for tests, and was home resting Monday evening, videotaped his Winbrook Like It Is television show this morning, interviewing Bill Ryan and Lois Bronz on the show. This evening WPCNR checked in on “The Last Activist” and Mr. Jackson told me has decided to withdraw his anticipated primary challenge to Mr. Power.

Jackson said he is awaiting tests back from his doctor for a clear cut diagnosis of what happened to him Monday morning, and said “health reasons and financial reasons,” have forced him to halt his run. Jackson, as early as last weekend was gearing up for a primary campaign. He said he had an interested backer who was willing to put up $12,000 towards his run. Sounding tired, Mr. Jackson said the campaign Mr. Power runs had to focus on issues, and that he would continue to participate in the campaign, but at this point said he did not endorse Power’s candidacy. He said the campaign had to be about all the working people, and all the city issues the community faces.

Mr. Power today announced a fundraiser at Sam’s of Gedney Way, at $50 a person, on June 28, as the official kickoff of his campaign. Power announced he was running June 10. Since then he has not made any public statements, held any press conferences, or made any position statements. His campaign has consisted so far of making rounds of certain Democrat figures for support, accompanied by Mary Ann Keenan, former councilperson.

Ka Boom! City Announces Annual 4th of July Xtravaganza at WPHS

Posted on June 21, 2005 by John Bailey

WPCNR CITY HALL CIRCUIT. From The Mayor’s Office. June 21, 2005: Mayor Joseph M. Delfino and the City of White Plains Recreation & Parks Department today announced the details of the 2005 Independence Day Celebration co-sponsored by New York Power Authority and Century 21 Wolff. This year’s spectacular will be held from 6:00pm –10:00pm on Thursday June 30 (Rain Date set for Friday July 1) at White Plains High School.

Thousands Await Fireworks, July 2004. Photo, WPCNR ARCHIVES.

Entertainment on the main stage will be provided by ‘JAZMYN, Pop Music at It’s best’ and The Boulevards Acapella Music Group. The Kids Corner will feature Annie & The Natural Wonder Band, Mario Cappello 21st Century Magic, Mad Science, Ronald McDonald, and the Dinosaurs Rock Museum. Inflatable rides for Children provided by Funtime Amusements will begin at 6:00 pm, and food and sweet treats will be available for purchase by several area vendors.

After the official welcome and presentation of the flag, entertainment provider International Fireworks will illuminate the sky with a spectacular fireworks display. (Rain Hotline: 422-1338)

WHO: CITY OF WHITE PLAINS RECREATION & PARKS

WHAT: INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION & FIREWORKS

WHEN: Thursday, June 30, 2005 (R/D July 1)

WHERE: WHITE PLAINS HIGH SCHOOL, BRYANT AVENUE & NORTH STREET

Heavy Duty Items on Council Special Meeting Wed Nite, 6 PM City Hall. Be There o

Posted on June 21, 2005 by John Bailey

WPCNR CITY HALL CIRCUIT. June 21,2005: The Common Council of the City of White Plains will hold a Special Meeting Wednesday evening at 6 PM in City Hall covering several complex topics. The agenda:

1. Draft of the Supplemental Uniform Building and Fire Code

2. Public Scoping Session on the development known as The Pinnacle at White Plains (Martin Ginsburg’s proposed 28 story building on Main Street adjacent the City Center.)

3. St. Agnes Hospital Proposed Development.

4. 221 Main Street Building Facade.

5. Affordable Housing Rules and Regulations.

6. Capital Projects, including the Orchard Street Pump, 140 South Kensico, Miscellaneous Water Line and Street Reconstruction; Fleet Management and City Court.

Housing Authority Engaging New Contractor for Stalled HQ Project

Posted on June 21, 2005 by John Bailey

WPCNR WINBROOK TRIB. By John F. Bailey June 21, 2005: WPCNR has learned from a reliable source close to the Housing Authority, speaking on condition of anonymity that the White Plains Housing Authority is in the process of making arrangements to bring in a new contractor to complete its new headquarters on Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard. The new contractor is in negotiations and is expected to be on the job “within a couple of weeks.” The name of the contractor could not be obtained by WPCNR.

Larry Sallee, Chairman of the Board of Directors, would not disclose any details on the work stoppage and contractor search, and referred WPCNR to the Housing Authority attorney, Greg Drummond, for details “because litigation (against the former contractor) might be involved.” Mr. Drummond and WPCNR have not been able to make connections yet.

Mack Carter, Executive Director of the Housing Authority, was out of the office, according to Housing Authority personnel.

Previously, Mr. Carter has said that there was a problem with the contractor, White & Carr, of New York City. WPCNR has learned from sources close to Mr. Carter that the project is about 60% complete, and that the contractor had a problem acquiring steel that partially slowed down the project. The contractor was also picketed by members of the carpenters’ union for using nonunion labor. Then work stopped completely about five weeks ago. Now, the Housing Authority has moved to engage another contractor.

A source has confided to WPCNR that the former contractor has been partially paid for work completed to date. The project had been budget for $2.5 Million. It is unknown at this time whether more Housing and Urban Development money beyond the budgeted amount will be needed to complete the project.