North Kenwood Neighborhood Association

North Kenwood Neighborhood Association

North Kenwood is a 501 (c) 3 Non-Profit Public Charity

WELCOME TO NORTH KENWOOD

Previously, some sections of the neighborhood were given different names such as Avalon, Melrose, Flora Villa Estates, Pelham Manor, Harris and Cushman Farms, but only a few traces remain of the old names.

On the Harris Farm (established 1924) there is still the house built by the farmers, and an old structure that used to be the Toll-Keeper House on the Gandy Bridge. Big fruit trees can still be seen around the Harris Farm. The Sellers Dairy used to be at the corner of 13th Avenue and 25th Street, not far from the Harris Farm. At one time, our neighborhood had a popular skating rink, which was demolished and replaced with medical offices.

ARCHITECTURE

Of the approximately 1100 homes in the neighborhood, the styles of the residential area are varied, typically with one story homes having two bedrooms, porches, and garages. There are a few two story homes, and a number of industrial buildings. Some new homes have been built. On the western side (34th Street North) and on the northern side (22nd Avenue North) there are stores such as Home Depot and SweetBay Grocery, with their typical box structures and parking lots.

AMENITIES/CHARACTER/ETC.

North Kenwood has two lakes, one in Booker Creek Park and the other, Emerald Lake, separating residential homes from the commercial section where the St. Petersburg Times has its printing plant. The neighborhood's central location makes it very convenient for shopping and easy access to all of St. Petersburg and Interstate 275. In 1973, a 35-acre lake and park were proposed on the site that is now Booker Creek Lake; the largest man-made lake in the city. The Association has been deligently working with the city's parks dept to develop the lake and park into neighborhood amenities. Current renovations include playground facility, 2 parking lots, pier, shaded pavilions, lighted water feature in the lake, and a walking trail that surrounds the entire lake.

North Kenwood is a mix of residential homes, a hospital, a nursing home, and commercial and industrial buildings. Its character changes quickly as one moves from street to street.

Trees are everywhere and North Kenwood is famous for its towering oak trees that distinguish it from other neighborhoods. In fact, the oak tree has become its symbol. In the sections that were farms before houses were built, one finds big fruit trees such as avocados, mangos, grapefruits, and oranges.

North Kenwood is fast becoming a meca for young families looking for affordable homes. North Kenwood just gets better and better!

Purpose of NKNA
The purpose of the Association is to enhance, improve, and beautify; to aid in crime detection and prevention in our neighborhood; to ensure that properties in our area meet code and zoning standards; to promote community pride and a spirit of unity in our neighborhood which is bordered by 34th Street North to I-275 and 9th Avenue North to 22nd Avenue North in the City of St. Petersburg, Florida.
Non Profit, 501 (c) (3), Tax Exempt

About our association

Change of Address

HISTORY

North Kenwood Neighborhood Association was formerly a part of the Kenwood Neighborhood Association. To better accommodate the neighbors' interest and address relevant problems, Kenwood split into the Historic Section, (south of 9th Avenue North), and Northern Section, which is our Association. It was formed in 1995 and the association incorporated in 1996.

ORGANIZATIONS/PROGRAMS

Our Association sponsors many events throughout the year such as an Annual Neighborhood Association Picnic at Booker Creek Park with the generous support of Edward White Hospital and other local businesses. It is very successful with many families, city and county officials, surrounding neighborhood leaders, and children of all ages attending. The City's Police and Fire Departments also help by contributing many long hours to make the picnic a success each and every year. Our association Crime Watch is involved in community crime updates throughout our neighborhood and city wide.

Each year the Association participates in many local charity drives such as can food drives, clothing donations and membership donations to name a few.

In cooperation with Historic Kenwood, we have erected street signs with the Kenwood logo at a number of corners and added shrubs around them.

The leadership of North Kenwood Neighborhood Association works closely with the community service officers assigned to its area and keeps a close watch on undesirable activities. Crime Watch Committee works diligently to maintain a constant awareness and commnication between law enforcement and residents.

Our general meetings are held the second Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium of the Edward White Hospital, 2299 9th Avenue North, Room 1-G. The Board meets before the general meeting at 7:00 p.m. Everyone is invited and encouraged to come. Coffee, soft drinks, and snacks are served after the meeting, thanks to the generosity of Edward White Hospital and other local businesses.

Membership is $15.00 per calendar year and may be mailed to the Association at P.O. Box 15723, St. Petersburg, FL 33733.

North Kenwood is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Public Charity

Member of Council of Neighborhood Association