The Burns Hill Neighborhood Watch Association has taken the initiative making their community a safer place for families raising children and the elder population and improve the quality of life. A Commitment to Community Award Dinner recognized outstanding members and noted “all” were deserving of the awards.
The president, Jerry C. Mingo was very appreciative of all community members taking action to ensure a neighborhood, safe to come home to.
Even Boy Scout Troup 6 participated.
Pastor, Annie Baker, Chaplin said a few words and song.
We had live entertainment from Brenda Bey-Vocal Xpressions, just beautiful.
Angela Howard-Health Coach of Take Shape for Life was a sponsor, member of Burns Hill and Mistress of Ceremony.
Awards were given out for
- Perfect Attendance
- Good Neighbor Award
- Unsung Hero Award
One of the sponsors of the evening- Call on Red, computer repair.
Centerpieces were green and “Green”, created by
Subjects Discussed were
- Children’s curfew
- Slumlords -homes not boarded up properly, contributing to other issues
- Promiscuous behavior
- Selling of illegal substances
- America’s Night Out Against Crime
- Cleaning up the neighborhood
- Community gardening
Pride and taking ownership and responsibility was noted, the building blocks of strong community. Burns Hill Community Neighborhood is working together with local representatives, moving mountains for the good of the people. What if all neighborhoods acted ?
Great Job Burns Hill!
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