Monday, December 31, 2012
Alfonso Todd To Run For Allentown City Council
I've only met Alfonso once or twice, but he's all over the Lehigh Valley. Although you're most likely to find him marching up and down Hamilton Street, I've bumped into him at Pizza Joe's in Nazareth.
On Christmas Eve, he announced that he's running for Allentown City Council under the banner, "We CAN Do Better."
Allentown, PA — City Council Candidate Alfonso Todd is pleased to announce that he has launched his "We CAN Do Better" Campaign. Earlier in the month, he conducted a meeting with Allentown residents.
“[T]here are people in Allentown, PA that can actually think for themselves, do for themselves, and intend to show others how to do the same and empower themselves," Todd stated. "It would not be a bad thing to have a City full of progressive and self-sufficient individuals (no matter what their socio-economic status may be) who only have Allentown's best interests at heart. This will be needed so that we can truly represent and make our home a place that both "Natives" and "Transplants" can be proud of because the reality is that it is going to take all of us to bring Allentown back to where it should be and to take it to the greatness that it can be.”
H'll be running in May's primary. You can learn more at his webpage.
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Alfonso has done so much for the community he LEADS by example, isn't afraid to stand up for what he BELIEVES in, and has a stunning wardrobe to boot.
Wish Alfonso well. If he can present a caring platform think he has a good chance.
Does he have campaign telephone number?
There was a contact number but I did not know if I could release it.
Bernie
Just visited Alfonso's website. It's really outdated as far as events. Doesn't he have any items to publicize for this year, 2012? Want him to succeed but he needs to look current and active.
What is his background?
Let's see----
• Done "LOADS" for the community.
• A "stunning wardrobe".
•An out of date WEB site.
Sounds great so far.
Pawloski's damage is already done and no one person is going to change it!
ALLENTOWN
MIAMI
NEW YORK
WTF?
Alfonso Todd, Julio Guridy, Ray O'Connell, Cynthia Moto , Joe Davis, Jeff Glazer
What have they done for the community?
Have they stood up for their beliefs?
Is there anyone who could do better?
Yes, but the name is not listed here!
Alfonso Todd, Julio Guridy, Ray O'Connell, Cynthia Moto , Joe Davis, Jeff Glazer
What have they done for the community?
Have they stood up for their beliefs?
Is there anyone who could do better?
Yes, but the name is not listed here!
Remember, to get on council, you only have to come in 4th. Guridy almost lost 4 years ago. Mota couldn't crack the top three 2 years ago. Davis has never run. The people on the ballot aren't assured a win. People who work hard for votes by knocking on doors, raising money to send direct mail and show themselves to people who ACTUALLY vote (East Side, West End and parts of South Side) can win. Outside of his circle Alfonso has a limited reputation. Of course, the same could be said about Davis and Mota. I put his odds of winning at better than Mota.
If only the "blog mentor" would throw his hat into the ring and get on the ballot, we would have an amazing local contest!
YOU are the Blog Mentor. You aren't fooling anyone
Ralph.
Beware of people with two first names.
Sincerely,
Mog Blentor
. . . and those whose names sound like Italian homes?
This might be the most interesting council race in years.
Old guard of voters are moving on.
Tension between Jacksonian and Progressive Democrats.
A contest that will reflect the new demographic of the city
Public policies that are a disgrace to most of the 118,000 residents of Allentown, but benefit a fortunate few
An emperor who has no clothes
"Michael Donovan" -
Guridy will be mayor as soon as he chooses to run. Competence has nothing to do with elections anymore.
Yawn....
Things about to go from very bad to fuckin' unbelievable. Move over Camden,here comes Allentown.
Glazer wants to be mayor.
He was a snake in the grass at ASD. The guy is less interested in community participation than Ed. Watch him sell out the Water and Sewer.
Race based politics here we come!
The anti-Alfonso Todd comments, along with the racist crack about Camden, all come from one and the same person. He does not really give a shit about any of the issues. He will make a racist crack about Todd, but at the same time, will call MM a racist. His agenda is hatred. This is the Blog Mentor. He actually has an enemies' list. He attacks people over perceived slights, and goes after their wives and children, too. He plays the victim while victimizing as many as he can.
Alfonso Todd refused to jump onto this hate train. So the Blog Mentor attacks ... anonymously ... then rolls around on the floor, foaming at the mouth.
In all fairness Bernie, even Stoffa has said you have an enemies list.
Seems par for the course these days.
Yes, Bill.
I am probably going to be a one issue voter this next election cycle the water "lease". I will not vote for any current or potential member who supports it. From what I know about Alfonso, I like him but want to know more about his positions.
I am probably going to be a one issue voter this next election cycle the water "lease". I will not vote for any current or potential member who supports it. From what I know about Alfonso, I like him but want to know more about his positions.
He actually has an enemies' list."
I don't have a list of people to hate. I don't have a list to publish, post online or even kept mentally about people to hate, but I've seen one published about frequently by another. It gives me great pause.
Such lists, published or not, remind me of the Columbine list, the shooter's compiled list of people who were thought to annoy him.
Back in the 1970's, a shooter appeared at the Northwestern Lehigh High School. That morning he shot his mother, then he shot toward the school bus. He was wounded in a shootout with the Pennsylvania State Police. They tagged him with a shotgun blast at the auditorium, which when then under construction. The purp was hit in the hip but survived.
We don't hear about it now, but I remember it because the school was abruptly closed. My family huddled by the Am radio listening to the account. He reportedly had a list of persons to be called into the office over the school intercom for killing. His name was Richard Allen Wilson, with a shaved head and bullied much in school, but I can't confirm that because the online newspaper archives don't go back that far. Besides, there must be thousands now who share that name.
My point is, be wary of those who keep a list of enemies.
Does anyone else remember this event? I often think of it on context to today, more recently then ever!
I don't remember that incident, NLVlogic. I do understand your point.
The Blog Mentor (wink, wink) is a mass murderer yet to come. He's a troubled soul that will move to the next level as soon as he realizes the current level is NOT working.
. . . and it is NOT.
What shall we do?
I deleted a comment bc it refers to a person who may not be mentioned by name on this blog.
Romans 16: 17-18 ... Now I urge you Brethren, keep your eye on those who cause dissentions and hindrances contrary to the teachings you have learned and turn away from them ... For such men are slaves, not of our Lord Christ but of their own appetites and by their smooth and flattering speech they deceive the hearts of the unsuspecting.
Meanwhile, one individual with great qualifications and community involvement reads this and knows that the powers at be see the wrong demographics in that native
individual.
NLV, Your report concerning this local student is the first I can recall ever having heard about it.
No.
Got it!
Hey, BH, It seems I was late to my own party. Thanks for the promo! As for the comments, I am releasing my official site at midnight. Here is the links for those who need information. I also added a link of my 2012 projects. Thanks for the accolades and constructive criticisms. keep them coming because in truth I will be held accountable to YOU, the public!
http://www.alfonsotodd.com/events
https://sites.google.com/site/friendsofalfonsotodd/
Thanks, again,
Alfonso Todd
We CAN Do Better...
www.alfonsotodd.com
9:15
Bullshit!
Furthermore ; bullshit dressed up in Come To Jesus jive.
Spare us please.
Looks like 9:15 struck a nerve. I'm no expert on the Bible, but I seem to recall there's more where that came from.
It's about to gt hectic BH. Do you mind linking the people to the OFFICIAL webpage, https://sites.google.com/site/friendsofalfonsotodd/
instead of my business page? As far as "coming to Jesus" and striking nerves, ya'll ain't seen nothin' yet. Hold on to your hats and get prepared to be amused or get angry. (Depending on what your point of view is)
Be well,
Alfonso Todd
Alfonso,
Refresh my memory, what was the name of the alter persona that you had a year or two ago? That was so funny stuff.
Alfonso is burning the midnight oil getting ready to shake things up on an all too stagnant City Council, when the haters come crawling out their hovels to lash out the light of his truth and sincerity will be too much for them to stand, back into the hidey holes.
Politics can be dirty, hope you can come through this process without becoming too jaded and maintain your passion for public service.
Speaking of haters and racism---- how about on election day when this site had a photo from Butztown up all day that showed President Obama made up to look like Hitler?
How cool was that?
Just covered the news BOH said. Dude makes it fit anyway he wants it, no?
A self aggrandizement promoter who acts at what he wants to be instead of being it. Pawlowski minion of another color. Spare us the drama. You think it is the weekly clown town comedy review now. Just wait.
3:57, I certainly was not endorsing what was at Butztown, any more than I would endorse the senseless slaughter at Sandy Hook. I was reporting what as out there, on Election day, to show that racism is alive and well. It's no different than photographs of swastikas painted on a synagogue.
Your claim is downright ridiculous.
Alfonso, I inserted your campaign link as requested.
. I also added a link of my 2012 projects. Thanks for the accolades and constructive criticisms. keep them coming because in truth I will be held accountable to YOU, the public!
Alfonso
Some of those who love this city do want you to run but need to know your position on the water sale, the neglect and destruction of the park system, the speeding and the illegal darkened car windows that go unticketed and more.
Who cares about the parks?
I'd like to hear about his finance experience and education.
@12:38
He has none. That is why you can't find it and why he does not talk about it.
Have you seen his campaign staff yet? This guy has a snowball's chance in hell.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=k5kJfjkj3F8#!
"Joseph Cisco" is the Blog Mentor, who has included Alfonso on his lengthy enemies' list, which at this point is about half of the Lehigh Valley.
Questions proposed:
1. Anonymous said...
Does he have campaign telephone number?
5:55 AM
(484) 619 6541 / alfonso@alfonsotodd.com
2. Anonymous said...
What is his background?
8:02 AM
Bio info/Past projects:
https://sites.google.com/site/friendsofalfonsotodd/alfonso-s-bio
3. Anonymous said...
Bernie
Just visited Alfonso's website. It's really outdated as far as events. Doesn't he have any items to publicize for this year, 2012? Want him to succeed but he needs to look current and active.
7:26 AM
The website was still under construction but is now ready and you can go to updated links that show my 2012 projects and platforms. The site link is:
https://sites.google.com/site/friendsofalfonsotodd/home
4. Anonymous said...
ALLENTOWN
MIAMI
NEW YORK
WTF?
9:27 AM
I have BIG dreams for Allentown and believe it CAN be in these same categories as the metropolitans. We need to come together ( communities, City officials, businesses ) and create viable projects that will promote Allentown as a mecca for Music, the Arts, and Entertainment. We have all the components needed to bring recurring tourism to this great city: location, talent, access, and the potential for profitability. True interest in the City will be renewed and small / large business and corporation investment will follow.
5. Anonymous said...
Alfonso Todd, Julio Guridy, Ray O'Connell, Cynthia Moto , Joe Davis, Jeff Glazer
What have they done for the community?
I can only tell you what I, as Alfonso Todd, has done
Marches, community events, created community internet radio to provide a "voice" for Allentown residents (specific examples available upon request or just GOOGLE Alfonso Todd)
Have they stood up for their beliefs?
Daily. Actually accused by people of having my OWN agenda or attempting to start a cabal...
Is there anyone who could do better?
Sure and I would welcome the collaboration and cooperation
Yes, but the name is not listed here!
9:47 AM
Alfonso Todd
6. Anonymous said...
. . . and those whose names sound like Italian homes?
1:02 PM
LOL! Yeah my name is Italian, Latin, German, and African - based.
And I would love to own a Chateau Alfonso Todd.
7. Bill said...
I am probably going to be a one issue voter this next election cycle the water "lease". I will not vote for any current or potential member who supports it. From what I know about Alfonso, I like him but want to know more about his positions.
6:01 PM
I believe the water "lease" should be left to a referendum for the public to decide. I do understand the need for Allentown to obtain money to pay pension costs, and other debt, but this is a MAJOR asset that we actually OWN and to lease it for 50 years with no real control over how the private owners lease it to the residents/businesses make me wary. As it is currently defined, I can not support the lease.
8. Anonymous said...
Alfonso,
Refresh my memory, what was the name of the alter persona that you had a year or two ago? That was so funny stuff.
3:16 AM
J. BLACK of J. BLACK'S PROMOTION, PRODUCTION, and PHOTOGRAPHY. The "alter-ego" actually got me on the road to ALFONSO TODD AND ASSOCIATES / PROLIFICK MEDIA.
9.Alfonso
Some of those who love this city do want you to run but need to know your position on the water sale, the neglect and destruction of the park system, the speeding and the illegal darkened car windows that go unticketed and more.
5:44 AM
I just gave my stance on the water sale in previous comments. I do believe it is shameful how the parks seem to be the last item on the City's agenda when it comes to repair / up keep, especially when one of Allentown's greatest assets is its' park system. This goes back to the importance of the City seeing the true value of Allentown's commodities to attract tourism which will, in turn, create traffic / growth / prosperity. We have all the components needed to bring recurring tourism to this great city: location, talent, access, and the potential for profitability. We need to start putting more value in our park systems which is what Mr. Trexler, himself, expected us to do. We also have to take into account the importance of public responsibility/involvement. I have personally witnessed the Park Departments response to issues that have been brought to their attention in a timely manner.
The speeding, booming systems, double parking, etc are value of life situations that do need to be addressed. They did it for cell phones (before it was deemed unconstitutional because city vehicular law has to be uniform with the state)so I am unsure why these nuisance laws aren't being enforced more regularly by law enforcement. However, this is certainly a question that needs to be brought up at the upcoming City Council meeting.
10. Anonymous said...
Who cares about the parks?
8:22 AM
I do.
Alfonso Todd
We CAN Do Better..
ALFONSO TOD FOR ALLENTOWN CITY COUNCIL 2013
( Unsolicited advice. I think if you call him Gen.Trexler you will get a lot further with the native folks.)
Best of luck---- give 'em hell!
Great answers, Alfonso. I wish I lived in Allentown so I could vote for you.
What you haven't told people, but what people like me can attest, is that you have the courage of your convictions. You stood up against Pawlowski many years ago, when he sent his code goons after a downtown business whose building he wanted. You are in touch with the community because of the endless hours you spend meeting and talking to just about everyone.
I'm sure you and I would disagree on some things, but you are an independently minded person who can do better.
Bernie
What party is Alfonso representing?
Thank you.
The typical BH response. When someone does not agree with him he attests that they are the same person. Who the hell "blog mentor" is I don't care. But BH remember more than one person can disagree against Todd without being the same person. That being said he won't even make it out of the primaries. The community he represents does not vote the West end and the South Side do along with a good portion of the East Side, and he certainly does not represent him.
To add. His education is this.
Colonial Christian Academy
Class of 1989 · West Columbia, South Carolina
His only education is a high school diploma.
He is also can be quoted as saying " I am independent, creative, and a community organizer with no political ambitions what-so-ever."
I am pretty sure that Emma Tropiano didn't even have a high school dipolma and she was one of Allentown's best councilpersons.
The Blog Mentor is back, impersonating someone as he always does, this time with some subtle racism. He must be rolling on the floor, foaming at the mouth, that someone on his enemies' list would dare run for City Council.
In addition to standing up to Pawlowski, Alfonso has stood up to the Blog Mentor as well.
But Alfonso, as long as I have known him, has been genuinely concerned about Allentown, not some whack job.
What I believe is a touch of good irony. Alfonso gets good press by announcing he is going to take a crack at running for A-town city council in all of the local newspapers/blogs. The Blog Mentor gets no press for several years, although he is trying so hard to gets some. The sun just won't shine on his side of the street ...
That's because there is no sun on his side of the street. Just darkness and hate.
"His only education is a high school diploma."
Earth shattering. I was unaware you needed an MBA to run for City Council.
By the way, in my time, I've seen quite a few educated idiots.
And I could see someone who normally would not be political, decide to do something about the mess that is Allentown.
Alfonso,
Take your posts down please. You can't mention that name of this blog. It violates a court order. Please remove your posts, asap or else Bernie gets in trouble. Thanks!
The "blog mentor" can't keep a good man down, thanks for your detailed responses Alfonso it really shows you aren't afraid to let people know who you are and that it will stand up to the naysayers and misanthropes like the "blog mentor" who needs to go on Dr. Phil ASAP and seek closure to his perceived injustices.
Alfonso will re-post his comments without using a certain name.
ALFONSO TODD said...
BH, no worries, ANONYMOUS people can get answers too:
Anonymous said...
I'd like to hear about his finance experience and education.
12:38 PM
I have owned my OWN business for over 9 years. I cultivated it from club photographer in the DL Nightclub to my current downtown office in the Hamilton Business Center of ALFONSO TODD AND ASSOCIATES / PROLIFICK MEDIA. (Tax info available upon request) I turned a "hustle" into a legitimate business WITHOUT any welfare, grants, or "handouts", as many say. My finance experience has been gained from many years of making wise fiscal decisions that took me from a KODAK One-Step in an Allentown after-hours club to currently having a clientele list that includes the Nazareth Chamber of Commerce, The Lehigh Valley Steelhawks, various entrepreneurs, real estate agents, medical doctors, chiropractors, and nutritionists. I don't believe any of these professionals would just pay money to ANYONE on a monthly basis for nothing. (smile) I have created several quality annual Lehigh Valley events that attract hundreds of residents and out of state attendees. I make my money from the vendors/sponsors which means I have to organize, cultivate clients, distribute funds, promote, and establish a positive experience for each attendee, sponsor, and vendor. I have been "self financing" my projects and events since the beginning and for years.
EDUCATION - If you dig deeper, you will see I attended the University of South Carolina and then transferred to Benedict University where I majored in Public Relations and Advertising. After completion, I went into healthcare and became a consultant after 4 years.I traveled extensively across the U.S. teaching classes in "billing and coding". After tiring of the constant hustle and bustle, I did my last project at Easton Hospital, after which I moved to Bethlehem, PA and tried out several entrepreneurial endeavors and, unfortunately, none panned out. I was then hired by St. Luke's Hospital- Fountain Hill and stayed there for 3 years. Unfortunately, the itch for community involvement and entrepreneurship got the better of me, so I quit and jumped into the fray and NEVER looked back.... So, as you can see, my education includes college AND real life experience. It has been a while since I worked in Corporate and had a desk / cubicle and received a paycheck. If I placed all of my experience on a resume' I would be totally OVER QUALIFIED for a lot of things here in the LV, in fact I have been literally told this. I actually had to REMOVE items from my resume to GET a job when I first moved to the Lehigh Valley. TRUE STORY.
10:14 PM
The most ironic thing is that BH hates anonymous posts against a candidate. However each candidate wants anonymous people! Why? Because the anonymous are the ones who vote.
Anonymous said...
Bernie
What party is Alfonso representing?
Thank you.
6:16 PM
I am representing the Democratic party
Joseph Cisco said...
The typical BH response. When someone does not agree with him he attests that they are the same person. Who the hell "blog mentor" is I don't care. But BH remember more than one person can disagree against Todd without being the same person. That being said he won't even make it out of the primaries. The community he represents does not vote the West end and the South Side do along with a good portion of the East Side, and he certainly does not represent him.
6:24 PM
The reality is I just met with the UNIONS last week and will be meeting with the Women's, Latino's. Syrians, Jewish, African Americans etc, as well as big business, small business, Chambers, etc and the well as the West side, East Side, South side, etc. This is NOT your Dad's election anymore Joe Cisco. People WANT something different and are dissatisfied with the current administration due to past decisions. They want "movers and shakers" with more than a plan, but a proven track record that they know how to make things happen and have the capability to put Allentown back on track.
Joe Cisco said, "He is also can be quoted as saying " I am independent, creative, and a community organizer with no political ambitions what-so-ever."
I see Joe is STILL taking things out of perspective and promoting them in a fashion to change the interpretation. This s a quote from my FACEBOOK page and what it actually says in its' entirety is:
WHILE OTHERS TALK, I DO.....
Eclectic, chameleon-like. I love the streets and the game, but always end up in the corporate and business side of things. I like to turn hustles into legitimate businesses. I am independent, creative, and a community organizer with no political ambitions what-so-ever. Maybe I should re-think that option....
So, as people can see, people will always try to throw dirt or grime on something even when there is none to be find. So most try to make some up, which is laughable to me; apparently, people have forgotten my blogging from years ago and the people I REALLY spoke for and against. So, I am pepared and willing/ready for the worst.
In fact, I welcome the insinuations and rumors, because on the flip side, it could be worse. People could say NOTHING which would mean I had no relevance at all. So, I say keep on talking about me, positively or negatively because you are making me famous.....
Alfonso Todd
We CAN Do Better...
ALFONSO TODD FOR ALLENTOWN CITY COUNCIL 2013
Alfonso, you will lose in the primary. You will cone in a distant sixth. That is no one else runs. Your "community" does note vote. That is a fact. Julio and Ray are shoe ins. The other three by there name and reputation alone will be make it past the primary. You have created a cultural of people around you that will disfranchise the majority of voter. The "Yo yo yo crowd we do what we do" crowd is going to destroy you.
I smell a bigot.
Joe Cisco when Alfonso takes first place in November will you supplicate like a baboon on the Sahara and offer your swollen posterior in an act of tribute to those you have besmirched?
Maybe Alfonso will see this. Here are some campaign ideas.
Arrange am advisory council of Allentown center city religious leaders as a sounding board.
Put a phone number on everything so people can call and directly speak with you.
Purchase a p.o. box at the Hamilton St. post office so people who do not have Internet can contact you the old fashioned way.
Host community meetings everywhere. Once a week and publicize it.
Oh, boy!
More of this nonsense. I'm going away to my villa in Italy.
7:17 AM, I like your style and am already putting those ideas in the works.
And Joe Cisco, my business which is a huge part of my following is FAR from the "YO, Yo,YO" crowd. I believe you mean URBAN which is ACTUALLY who put President OBAMA back in the seat by a landslide. My goal is to not just ASSUME they won't vote and pass over them and beg the other neighborhoods for votes, but to INSPIRE them to come out and EMPOWER them to become involved in the process. It doesn't matter what side of town you live on, it will take ALL of us to give Allentown the push needed to bring it back to greatness...
Alfonso Todd
We CAN Do Better...
ALFONSO TODD FOR ALLENTOWN CITY COUNCIL 2013
Dear Alfonso
Make sure to print flyers in large font because many seniors cannot read tiny lettering. Add your photo too. Shake hands and walk with a few volunteers every Saturday around town. Do not walk alone. Always with at least three others. We're with you and want you to do well. We'll keep sending ideas. Don't worry about not having financial background. You can hire experts and you have common sense. You'll do well.
Thank you 7:11 PM and I will heed your advice. The OFFICIAL website is now up. www.votealfonsotodd.com
ALFONSO TODD
We CAN Do Better...
www.votealfonsotodd.com
BOH@5:46
Would that be the building where the gun play and shooting took place and which had been hosting dog fighting on the basement?
Down by the old bus station?
The one where the dog fight wear held?
That building, or am I mistaken?
" Center City Religious Leaders"?
WTF does that contribute?
" Center City Religious Leaders"?
WTF does that contribute?
Not since the great Will Power.........
why does the blog mentor refer to you as Alfundo?
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