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PARTNERS | HEALTHY CITY | HOW HEALTHY | VISION | SUMMIT | PRIORITIES | FUNCTIONS | CITY OF FALL RIVER |
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Summer Block Parties Action Plan Participant: Community Development Recreation |
| Three neighborhood block parties sponsored by Mayor Robert Correia and Community Development Recreation were held over the summer of 2008 and more are proposed for 2009. The parties promote City programs and bring the neighborhood together with activities and music during the summer. The event included pony rides, face painting, arts & crafts, carnival games, as well as many other activities. Click here to see the party held at Thomas Chew Park. | |
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| Priority Area: |
Safety and Substance Abuse  |
| Priority Sub-Area: |
1, A) Increased community policing and safety |
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Goal: |
To promote City programs and bring the neighborhood together |
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Method(s): |
Plan and hold a multiple block-parties with pony rides, face painting, arts & crafts, carnival games, as well as many other activities. |
| Timeline: |
Summer 2008 & 2009 |
| Indicators: |
Increased community connections and awareness; reduced incidence of violence |
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How citizens can get involved: |
Volunteer to staff the parties |
| Contact Information: |
Contact CD-Recreation at 508-679-0922 or Youth Services coordinator Christian McCloskey at 508-324-2419. |