Name: Dwight Evans
Age: 52
Marital status: single
Current Residence: West Oak Lane, Philadelphia, PA
Political Affiliation: Democrat
Evans is a graduate of Germantown High School (1971), the Community College of Philadelphia (1973) and LaSalle University (1975). He holds an honorary doctorate from Lincoln University.
Prior to his public service, Evans taught in the Philadelphia Public School system. He also worked for the Urban League of Philadelphia as a job developer, employment counselor and director of several employment projects prior to being elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives in 1980.
Evans has served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from 1981 to the present. He represents the 203rd legislative district in Northwest Philadelphia. He is currently Democratic Chairman of the House Appropriations Committee and serves on the House Committee On Committees and House Rules Committee.
Evans cites the revitalization of Ogontz Avenue, a once forgotten neighborhood in Northwest Philadelphia, as one of hisy proudest achievements.
Evans serves on the boards of directors of the Public School Employees' Retirement System, Black Alliance for Educational Options, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Children's Scholarship Fund, Concerned Black Men and the Presbyterian Foundation of Philadelphia.
Evans for Mayor
1500 Walnut Street, Suite 501
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 215-875-2570
Website: Evans for Mayor
As outlined on Dwight Evans' Web Site:
- Public Safety - "Dwight Evans believes the most important function of city government is to provide for the safety of its citizens...With more than 406 homicides and more than 2000 shooting victims last year, there is no debate: murder and violent crime in Philadelphia are simply out of control. Dwight offers real leadership on this issue, a record of achievement and hope for the future."
- Education - "Education is paramount to Dwight Evans and his record demonstrates a commitment to children that dates back nearly three decades. Beginning with his first job as an elementary school teacher in the Philadelphia public schools to his current position as chairman of the state House Appropriations Committee, Dwight has fought to improve the quality of education in public schools."
- Economic Development - "Philadelphia's economy faces enormous challenges. This city is growing too slowly, losing too many residents and falling behind other cities in workforce quality. Some of the city's challenges stem from structural changes in the economy, others from the legacy of national public policy...As mayor, Dwight Evans will lead the charge in solving the core issues that hold the city back from real economic growth and capitalize on our intrinsic advantages."
- Helping Working Families - "As Chairman of the state House Appropriations Committee, Dwight Evans understands more about budgeting than most people. And he knows that in today's world, many hardworking folks struggle each day to make ends meet...(In the legislature) he was a vocal advocate for raising the minimum wage; battled big utilities on behalf of consumers; and took on the banking industry, all in an effort to ease the burden on working families."
- Our Philadelphia - "With the exception of the Governor, Philadelphia has no greater champion than Dwight Evans. Dwight has delivered millions of dollars to his hometown for public safety, economic development, education and culture; created or saved thousands of jobs; and worked to better not just his district, the but the whole community."
- A Greener Philadelphia - Block by Block - "How we maintain our environments - our buildings as well as our natural environment - directly impacts the safety of neighborhoods. Highlights of Evans' plan to make Philadelphia a national leader in energy and environmental policies include:
- Creating a Philadelphia Conservation Corps
- Treevitalizing Philadelphia
- Investing in Fairmount Park
- Creating a regional Fresh Food Initiative
- Creating environmental benefits districts
- Make City buildings and schools more energy efficient and reduce carbon footprints
- Greening the City fleet
- Expanding the dramatically successful RecycleBank program citywide
- Taking a Stand for LGBT Issues - "Philadelphia has a long and proud history of openness, acceptance, and equality of opportunity. Just as we were home to the first steps of freedom over 200 years ago, Philadelphia should again lead the nation in ensuring equality for all individuals regardless of race, color, creed or sexual orientation."
- For Seniors - "In Harrisburg, Dwight Evans Supported:
- The Expansion of the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program
- The Establishment of the PACE Plus Medicare Program
- The Expansion of the PDA Waiver
- The COLA for the Family Caregiver Support Program
