“Great Unveiling” – An idea for Neighborhood Preservation?
November 21, 2008 by RickM
Filed under Neighborhood Discussion
Rock Island - Broadway Historic District - Great Unveiling
On a couple occasions I’d mentioned different activities whereby neighbors, hopefully with the support of the city might undertake a project on some property within the neighborhood. Such projects would be a benefit not just for the property owner but for the street, the neighborhood as a whole and our own individual property values. There’s something in it for me/us too. The response I’ve gotten typically is shaking of heads or ‘can’t be done’ sorts of concerns expressed. If it weren’t for the fact that I know that other communities have already worked out what ever barriers get in the way and have been doing this for years I’d probably let it go. However, I’ve already seen it, touched it and experienced it. It’s do-able. And it makes a positive impact on the neighborhood.
