“A dynamic, committed partner in building vibrant neighborhoods”

To increase participation in local government & neighborhood improvement activities by creating a

safe and welcoming setting in which residents get to know one another and become closely identified

with their neighborhood.

Residents will learn self-help techniques that will enable them to:

• Connect with their community to foster involvement, pride and respect.

• Improve communication and conflict resolution.

• Identify and access community resources and services.

• Qualify for home ownership or avert foreclosure.

• Understand and comply with Neighborhood Preservation Ordinance.

Residents learn to respect and value diversity while increasing their awareness of the services available through the City of Phoenix and local

agencies.

• Introduction to the Neighborhood Services Department and how to access City of Phoenix Services

• Landlord and Tenant Rights• The Most Common Blight

Violations• Improving Communication with

the Fire and Police Departments• Neighborhood Pride and the Role

of the Neighborhood Association

The Neighborhood Services DepartmentGood Neighbor Program

&Valle del Sol Community Power Program

have come together for a10 week Program

in theWest Phoenix Revitalization Area.

The Community Power program is a grassroots leadership development program that works to facilitate dialogue between residents of a community and their elected leaders

It further aims to help residents gain a better understanding about the functions of local government and how they can more effectively participate in public policy.

• Childcare resources• Funding for food/refreshments

• Funds available to pay a translator• Resident base will expand

• Resources from Valle del Sol• Opportunity for our residents to attend a

leadership conference

• Access to our contact database • Access to City Resources

• Demographics• Expertise of our presenters and staff

• Workshop materials are ready• Access to our translation equipment

CONTACT

Amelia Hughes, Program Manager200 West Washington Street, 4th FloorPhoenix, AZ 85003(602) 534-4446