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Westwood Concern is a
"grass-roots" organization made up of residents that care about their
neighborhood. All projects and efforts are facilitated by the volunteer
work of those that live in the neighborhood. The group's goal is to promote the
positive aspects of the neighborhood and to work together to make improvements
on a daily basis. Westwood is a great place to live, and we all have a
role to play in our neighborhood. Opportunities for involvement can be found
through the "Projects" link on this site and are
regularly discussed at our meetings. If you have a particular talent or skill
that you could use to help our neighborhood please let us know.
Our meetings continue
to be well attended by hundreds of residents each month. We have grown and accomplished many
things with the help of residents such as:
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Organized a bus tour for
residents, members of council, and city departments to illustrate the
positive attributes of the neighborhood and to bring attention to areas that
need improvement. As a result of the tour the city has begun working on a
strategic plan for Westwood and conducted a Blight Study on the Bracken
Woods area.
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Administer an email list utilized to keep
residents informed of important events through newsletters
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Removed pay phones and buildings which have
contributed to unsightliness, vandalism, criminal activity, and other health
and safety issues.
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Increase
the awareness of public
officials to be attentive to the needs of the neighborhood.
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Currently working with
landlords to properly screen dumpsters or move them to an inconspicuous
location
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Increased public awareness of
issues that affect our community.
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Promote regular interaction
and attendance by city officials at our meetings.
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Network
and keep
residents informed of issues and programs in our neighborhood through phone
chains and an email newsletter that is published several times per month.
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Served as a launching pad for Westwood COPs (Citizens on Patrol).
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Organize
regular neighborhood
clean-up efforts including along our gateways of Montana, Harrison, McHenry,
and Queen City avenues.
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Created a Historical Society
that organizes an annual Home Tour to promote the beautiful architecture and
neighborhoods in Westwood.
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Communicate on a regular
basis with city departments such as safety, litter, and the building
department to address crime, safety, litter, graffiti, tall grass and weeds,
and poorly maintained properties.
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Organized "Hands Across
District 3" rally to demonstrate community support for our police.
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Inform and empower residents to make
positive changes in their neighborhood.
If you are interested in making
Westwood a better place, please attend future meetings and join our mailing
list. If you have questions about our group our would like to become involved in
any capacity please contact us. Check the calendar for upcoming meetings and
events.
513-481-0761 phone
513-662-3970 fax
Send an email to
westwood.concern@fuse.net
with any questions or comments.
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Meeting Tuesday, May 27 @ Midway School 3156 Glenmore Avenue