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Looking to Create a Neighborhood Association?

Looking to Create a Neighborhood Association?

A neighborhood association is a voluntary organization of residents who work together to improve and maintain the quality of life in their neighborhood. Associations can form out of concern over a particular issue, or as a means of enhancing the "sense of community" in the neighborhood. [more]

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Neighborhood Connections Registry

Neighborhood Connections Registry

Youth in Leadership

Youth in Leadership

Neighborhood Connections

Neighborhood Connections

To stay informed of all the latest news that benefits Neighborhoods such as crime prevention, surveys, neighborhood events and more, get linked in with Neighborhood Connections. read on

Enterprise Zone

Enterprise Zone

The Palmetto/North Manatee County Enterprise Zone offers tax incentives, in an effort to stimulate growth and development, to businesses and some area residents. read on

Asset Based Community Development

Asset Based Community Development

Asset-based community development (ABCD) is a methodology that seeks to uncover and utilize the strengths within communities as a means for sustainable development. read on

Disaster Preparedness

Disaster Preparedness

The National Sheriff’s Association and Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA) have put together a project entitled “All Hazards Community Awareness and Partnerships Training” administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. ... read on

Crime Prevention

Crime Prevention

"Education is the first step to crime prevention."

Learn about the programs local law enforcement agencies have to offer to residents and businesses. read on

AmeriCorps VISTAs

AmeriCorps VISTAs

AmeriCorps VISTA is the national service program designed specifically to fight poverty. read on