2017 Accomplishments
- Advocated for the needed repair/replacement of 3rd St, 5th Ave, 7th Ave, 8th Ave and 9th Ave in the North Loop. This was approved by the city and construction will begin in 2019.
- Based on neighborhood feedback, the city added sidewalk and pedestrian safety repairs to their list of infrastructure projects in the North Loop for 2019.
- The NLNA, with the support of various businesses, installed 14 sidewalk planting beds on Washington Ave.
- Numerous boulevard trees were planted or replaced throughout the North Loop.
- Progress continues on the creation of a neighborhood park in the North Loop – a vital element for a livable city.
- Washington Ave was adopted by the NLNA, and the association hosted 6 neighborhood clean-up events that engaged residents from all over the downtown area.
- The NLNA installed a public bike repair station on 5th Ave.
- The NLNA supported the construction of YouthLink’s new facility for homeless youth by making a contribution of $204,000.
- Numerous neighborhood events were held that promoted engagement and community spirit.
- The NLNA supported the construction of a parking facility on 10th Ave to help increase the badly needed supply of parking in the North Loop.