Joan L. Krajewski
| Joan Krajewski | |
|---|---|
 Krajewski in 2011 | |
| Member of the Philadelphia City Council from the 6th District | |
|
In office January 7, 1980 – January 2, 2012 | |
| Preceded by | Joseph Zazyczny |
| Succeeded by | Bobby Henon |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
May 31, 1934 Port Richmond, Philadelphia |
| Died | August 29, 2013 (aged 79) |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Children | Three |
| Profession | Politician, Union official |
Joan L. Krajewski (May 31, 1934 – August 29, 2013) was a Democratic politician and former Councilwoman representing the Sixth District on the City Council of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She defeated Councilman Joseph Zazyczny for the seat,[1] and served on Council from 1980 to 2012. Krajewski was, prior to her election, an active union official who served as President of Local 1660-School Board Employees, District Council 33, and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees’ Union. She was also an investigator for the City Department of Revenue.[2] Krajewski was also the Ward Leader of the 65th Ward Democratic Executive Committee since her election to the position in 1978.[3] Krajewski died on August 29, 2013, after recently being diagnosed with COPD.[4]
In 2007, Aaron Krolikowski, sketched a day in the life of the Councilwoman. Following her from the City Council chamber to her office. Where she was interviewed by the Inquirer's Jeff Shields.
References
- ↑ "Zazyczny, Joseph L.". Pinkowski Files: Alphabetic Name Listings. Poles In America Foundation, Inc. Retrieved March 7, 2012.
- ↑ "Joan L. Krajewski - 6th District". City of Philadelphia official website. City Council, City of Philadelphia. 2010-02-15. Retrieved 2010-02-15.
- ↑ Committee of Seventy (2009-12-21). "2009 Citizen's Guide" (PDF). 2009 Citizen's Guide. The Committee of Seventy, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Retrieved 2009-12-21.
- ↑ Former Philadelphia Councilwoman Joan Krajewski dies