
Accomplishments
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Create a viable and dynamic neighborhood entity, UVSA
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Promote activating Street Smarts
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911 calling strategies: phone tree, log, gathering and giving
descriptions (ex. shoes of assailant)
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Increase lighting with Light Up Your Block Campaign
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Trim low hanging tree branches
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Connect with local businesses by telling them that you are from the community and concerned about safety.
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Regular meetings on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. 6:30 P.M. at the Fellowship Hall of the Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral, 1121 N. Leavitt
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Pass on information via email, Facebook, Leaflets, and word of mouth about OEMC, Smart 911, camera rebates, etc.
"Our community means so much to myself and my family. I wanted to build a network to strengthen our community. I wanted to be a part of making positive changes. That really means a lot to me. So UVSA was founded to ensure the safety and preservation of the neighborhood."
- Stephanie Lindenmuth
Medium-term goals:
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Connect with neighborhood organizations: EVA, UVNA, Greater WestTown Community Page, Residents of Division From Ashland toWestern, 12th CPD District Council
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Establish solid working relationships with CPD, 36th , and 1st Wards
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Fixture at 12th and 14th CPS District CAPS Meetings, attend and report
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Establish media and community presence
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Forge connections with the business community
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Network with 1st and 36th Wards
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Address deleterious to community business plans of Lyon’s DenHookah Lounge and Whadda Jerk via legal channel, specificallyBusiness Affairs Consumer Protection (BACP)
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Develop organizational protocol (from block captains, leafleting,board development, etc.
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Independent camera and security plans
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Extensive 10 month research on private security

"I have lived happily in Ukrainian Village for 40 years and have seen lots of changes in the neighborhood. But at this point with the current crime wave, I am determined to protect our community. I am proud of all the hours the UVSA volunteers donate. We aim to make a difference."
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- Linda A Buczyna
Long-Term Goals:
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Establish an initiative to address workings of government: StatesAttorney’s office about laws regarding the prosecution of crimes
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Address root causes of crime via youth programs (arts andhumanities, sports, career clubs, mentorships, etc.
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Create a communication chain between business owners on Division
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Website
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Non-profit status , 501 © 3
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Arrange for private security.