AT A GLANCE: COMMUNIT Y CENTER IMPACT St. Philip’s Forms Neighborhood Association St. Philip’s School and Community Center has hosted monthly community meetings for several years, but it wasn’t until the summer of 2018 that the decision was made to apply for formal Neighborhood Association status. “Formalizing our status as a neighborhood association allows for residents to have a stronger voice in future neighborhood development efforts,” says Becky Madole, St. Philip’s Senior Community Development Advisor. LaSheryl Walker, Director of Community Outreach for St. Philip’s and a resident of the neighborhood, was named Association President. Under Mrs. Walker’s leadership,
that ensures the community’s vision for the
the Association hopes to inspire community involvement
neighborhood is upheld
and give residents a voice on issues regarding local government.
Leadership development for neighborhood association officers
Because development in this neighborhood is imminent, forming the Association could not have come at a better time in the life of this community. The following initiatives are at the top of the agenda for the Association: •
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Regular community updates and feedback sessions
The Neighborhood Association is further evidence of St. Philip’s on-going leadership and advocacy initiatives for the community, and its members are living proof that
An equitable development planning process
“If it is to be, it’s up to me.”
Operation Save a Life On December 6th, community members were invited to interact with Dallas Fire Fighters and receive information to keep their family safe from a fire or carbon monoxide tragedy. Sparky the Dog was in attendance, as well coloring stations, aprons, balloons, and fire engines. During the event Kidde donated fire alarms and carbon Monoxide detectors to the Dallas community. Additioanlly, those in attendance could register for a free fire alarm and carbon monoxide detector for the Dallas Fire Department to install for FREE!!! 12
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