Joan L. Krajewski

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 preceded Councilman Joseph Zazyczny for the seat after his resignation in 1979[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]

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	(1934-05-31)May 31, 1934 Port Richmond, Philadelphia
Died	August 29, 2013(2013-08-29) (aged 79)
Political party	Democratic
Children	Three
Profession	Politician, Union official

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.