Why This Neighborhood Association?
Updated: Oct 19
The CCFNA is a non-partisan, resident-led group formed to advocate for neighborhood interests. It aims to build community in-person and online; improve physical spaces; and give neighborhood residents a timely and effective voice in town government. It will help link residents to useful resources and serve as a pathway for community activism.
One key element: Civility. As in, disagreeing without becoming disagreeable, and maintaining a supportive, constructive and collaborative tone of mutual respect.
Revitalizing Public Spaces
Parks, sidewalks, and community areas play a significant role in the neighborhood's livability. What are your ideas for making this area even better? One thought: The flagpole area in front of the Devotion House could be a much more appealing space.
Sidewalk Improvements: They've been getting better but some spots could still use work. Do you need support to push for any specific improvements?
Art Installations: Harvard St. has a few murals but how about more? For example, in the tunnel that goes between Winchester St. and the farmers market parking lot?
Graffiti makes shared spaces uglier. Can we work together to clean it up?
Supporting Local Businesses
Local businesses are the backbone of Coolidge Corner, and initiatives aimed at supporting them are essential for the neighborhood's economic health. What are your ideas for helping them thrive?
Being Green and Healthy
Various town initiatives aim to promote environmentally friendly practices and reduce the neighborhood's carbon footprint. Do you think the charging stations are working? What else would be good? Should we get a compost disposal unit nearby? Any clean-ups needed?
Community Clean-Up Events: Regular clean-up days not only beautify the neighborhood but also instill a sense of responsibility among residents to care for their environment.
Rats are a major public health issue. What more should be done?
Transportation
What are your thoughts? Please note the recent signage survey. How can walking, biking, driving and parking be improved?
Building a Stronger Community
Our area has an estimated 500 dwelling units occupied by seniors, and many families affiliated with the FRR school and the KI preschool. How can these generations be better integrated? How else can we make the community even more inclusive and foster still more mutual support? What additional small local groups might want to meet? A great many resources are available to residents, but a great many residents are naturally unaware of them. Do we need an FAQ? A directory? How can we make it easier to find out that, for example, you can get a free ride to a doctor's appointment or find out whether your ballot has been counted?
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