What is a Civic League and What Does it Do For the Neighborhood?

At its core, a Civic League is a non-profit, neighborhood organization whose primary goal and interest is the improvement and quality of life in the neighborhood. It allows citizens to find a voice in local government and issues in areas that go outside the vote. 

PURPOSE OF A CIVIC LEAGUE 

Whether a homeowner, a tenant, or a business person in a given community, everyone has something to gain by working together to improve the community. A civic league will provide many benefits: 

• Be the unified voice of the community
• Utilize the diversity and differences of the community by involving as many residents as possible
• Educate citizens on the community’s unique needs and strengths
• Raise awareness of matters affecting the community and steps to influence the outcome
• Facilitate community volunteer programs
• Educate residents on how to identify community needs and access City services
• Communicate recommendations, suggestions, and/or modifications to City Council to improve the quality of life in the community
• Represent the community and its wishes at meetings and public hearings
• Resolve problems at the community level and when unsuccessful, access City Hall
• Provide a framework in which to work together in the prevention of crime and improve the quality of life
• Help neighbors create bonds and work together to enhance what is valued in the neighborhood