Participants include homeowners, renters, and representatives from neighborhood businesses, churches, or schools. It may include any community member who has a vested interest in the well-being of the neighborhood, and lives within the defined boundaries.
A Neighborhood Association is the officially designated, recognized organization for a specific geographic location. Neighborhood Associations are the heart of neighborhood activities in Rochester. Each Association is self-governed by citizen-written bylaws that determine boundaries, the election and function of officers, and the frequency of meetings. Neighborhood Associations work to reflect the issues and needs of its members.
RNeighbors, Rochester’s Neighborhood Resource Center empowers and organizes neighbors so they can work together to build community, decrease crime, and generally strengthen their neighborhoods. RNeighbors assists in the process of starting NAs that can actively represent each Rochester neighborhood and foster a spirit of community.
One group working together has a stronger impact than many individual voices.
For additional information about Neighborhood Associations in Rochester or to get guidelines and support on how to start one, contact RNeighbors at (507) 529-4150 or go to their website.
