Close knit communities have less crime, fewer instances of vandalism and are generally happier places to live. By starting a neighborhood association you can bring neighbors closer together and improve the state of your community. Starting a neighborhood association is easier than you may think. All you need is some flyers, a place to meet and the right attitude.
After answering several inquiries regarding our success at eradicating weeds from Sluice Pond and raising funds to establish weed control, I thought an article describing a successful process would help others in Massachusetts and New England.
Some neighborhoods have very well organized groups and some don’t. You will soon find out which you are in if you just moved to a new area. An organized group will be on top of many issues and pretty well connected to local law enforcement and other groups of interest. If you are a pioneer and have purchased a fixer upper in an old neighborhood then you need community support. The move closer to your city center has a ton of charm and beauty and some other issues that you don’t want to deal with alone. If you can band together with your neighbors you will get a sense of safety, hope and community togetherness.