Featured Community: W 46th Street BA, Manhattan, NY

Jul/15/2010 09:10 AM Filed in: Featured
For many years, the West 46th Street Block Association in Manhattan, NY fought the scourge of prostitution and drug dealing, which came to dominate the streets at night.

In addition, buildings were being neglected and abandoned, and some landlords began forcing people out of their homes. The deteriorating environment led to the creation of the block association.

The Block Association serves to organize and coordinate activities for the improvement of their community, encourage involvement in beautification efforts, act as a liaison between residents and city government and disseminate information.

Among their ongoing projects is the maintenance of May Mathews Playground, sanitation and safety issues, and a booth at the 9th Avenue International Food Festival.

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