Project Description
The Nebraska Neighborhood Activation began in June 2023. The neighborhood association had been active since the 1970s, but had experienced a change of leadership and dwindling attendance. The Nebraska Neighborhood board has planned events, invested in community projects, and rebuilt membership.
What is Neighborhood Activation?
Neighborhood Activation begins with interested residents contacting the City. A City Liaison from the Department of Neighborhoods is assigned to the neighborhood and provides support, resources, and best practices over the course of 12-18 months.
The ultimate goal of Neighborhood Activation is to empower residents to independently manage their neighborhood association.
Do you live in the Nebraska Neighborhood & want to get involved?
Events
In June 2024, the Nebraska Neighborhood hosted its first Block Party in several years at Swinney Park West.
Neighborhood residents met their neighbors, played carnival games for prizes, completed a neighborhood survey, and received a free meal from a local food truck.
Nebraska Neighborhood Councilmember Geoff Paddock, FW Fire Department, FW Police Department, and neighborhood member University of Saint Francis attended.
Over 50 neighborhood residents attended, and over 30 surveys were completed in English and Spanish.
Neighborhood board members walked door-to-door to advertise the event with the Department of Neighborhoods.
June 2025, Nebraska hosted its second annual block party at Swinney Park West.
Neighborhood residents met their neighbors, played carnival games for prizes, and received a free meal from a local food truck.
Nebraska Neighborhood Councilmember Geoff Paddock, FW Fire Department, FW Police Department, and neighborhood member University of Saint Francis attended.
Projects
In addition to a Dumpster Day & TV and Tires Day, the Nebraska Neighborhood has created Utility Box Wrap decorations and a Portrait Wall to reflect the history and identity of the area.
Logo
The Nebraska Neighborhood residents worked with local artist Mariah Knight to develop a neighborhood logo and motto. The logo is inspired by fiber arts in the form of a quilting block, which is a nod to the historic Wayne Knitting Mills
The Nebraska logo is now featured on light pole medallions, which is a part of the High Street CPTED Pilot Area.
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