In the summer and fall of 2019 the RNeighbors Board took deliberate action to listen, learn, and identify feedback from the Board, neighborhood leaders, and city-affiliated members. An Organizational Assessment was developed (City Council reviewed) from this effort, including the following Driving Strategies which we are using as a framework for future efforts. Cultivate the organization’s internal capacity and leverage resources needed to grow as a dynamic resource in an increasingly diverse city. Expand awareness and access to neighborhood-related resources, specifically underrepresented populations,…

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RNeighbors Neighborhood Project Grants reimburse up to $1,000 in costs for neighborhoods to complete projects that: Enhance a neighborhood’s livability and involvement Benefit the entire neighborhood Promote a strong sense of community. Be creative. These non-revenue producing projects can include, but are not limited to, identification signage, bike racks, mini libraries or food pantries, pocket park improvements, physical activity opportunities, butterfly & rain gardens, native plantscaping and public art projects. Total Neighborhood Project Grant Funding $8,000 for general neighborhood grants…

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The Greater Rochester Arts and Cultural Trust announces the return of “Park the Arts!” Park the Arts is a city-wide project created to connect neighborhoods and develop a sense of community through exposure to quality arts programming. Events are free thanks to community partners, are family-friendly and open to the community. Bring a chair, blanket and refreshments and enjoy an afternoon to socialize, relax and be entertained by outstanding artists. Park the Arts 2021 Flyer Swing Street JULY 10, 2-3:30…

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The RNeighbors office is temporarily closed until July 1, 2021, while the Executive Director is out on medical leave. The Movie in a Box is not available for reservation until 2022. Neighborhood Project Grants will be available early summer 2021. Questions about Litter Bit Better please contact Stephanie Hatzenbihler by email or 507-328-2440. If you have an immediate, urgent issue, please contact the RNeighbors Board President Taryn Edens.