Monday, September 10, 2007

Hood Council Note: Community Director Report

Update on my progress this term:

Secure family values, uphold rights for children and elders



  • Encourage families to create wills by hosting a free class at The Centre, free donuts will bring a bigger crowd


  • Research health insurance policies for residents


  • Establish a play group system for children to meet thier neighbors



Ensure a family friendly and healthy community for current & future generations.



  • Encourage residents to compost instead of trash


  • Install more lights and benches at the parks


  • Obtain address signs for homes




Ensure adequate culture, local food produce, restaurants and bars, & social meeting places.




  • Host a child friendly event: Children's Festival with free lemonade and sweets and local entertainment and games and prizes. Location: Celebration Park or Modern Sculpture Park, cost for residents: free


  • Host a teen-friendly event. (What's cool now?): Musik Festival with concerts from local bands (contact Selita Grey) and maybe some international acts (contact Sergio Gitano of Harper's Cove, post notice on Career & Fame Board). Location: The Foundry


  • Add a trend section in the local paper. Will review resturaunts, bars, etc. Also help residents stay abreast of the local trends.


  • Allow local farmer's to reside on larger lots, thus produce more food.


  • Build a public pool and gym for residents to enjoy in the summer time



Ensure a quality education system for residents




  • Build a local school for the children of Apple Valley.


  • Host graduation ceremonies for graduates of the school and the university


  • Encourage more extracurricular activities for teens and children-start with debate team, chess club, and simscouting program

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