What is GENA and what's going on in Roxy Park???

A number of months ago, a small group of Glenelm neighbours came together to discuss what we could do about the sad state of Roxy Park (as well as some other local concerns). Those of us who visit it every day have observed a significant decline and neglect over the years, but we also recognize the park as a significant environmental and community asset. A few determined residents had in the past made their concerns known to elected and civic officials, but for a variety  of reasons, nothing seemed to change.

So we decided to start fresh, get organized and try to influence key decision-makers, sharing our vision for a revitalized Roxy Park.  We are happy to report that to date, we have been successful in working with the City of Winnipeg Park Services and Councillor Lillian Thomas to both identify and at least partially fund those improvements. For additional background and details, please see the separate post  'Elmwood Park Revitalization Project' and the link to our Google Groups page:  http://groups.google.ca/group/glenelmneighbours/web/roxy-park      

To demonstrate our commitment as residents, we agreed to join the City's 'Adopt-a-Park' program (which will include seasonal clean-ups and special projects, such as spreading wood chips this autumn) and we're currently planning a community celebration to take place in the park on the afternoon of Sunday, October 17th.  In addition to doing some maintenance work around the park on October 17th, we also hope to arrange entertainment for children and free refreshments for everyone.

Revitalization of Roxy Park is just the beginning: we know there are many other Glenelm residents of all ages who would like to be involved in making positive changes in our neighbourhood.  If you're interested in joining the GENA steering committee, assisting with funding applications or volunteering to help organize the October 17th event, please let us know by posting a comment here or sending an email to glenelmneighbours@googlegroups.com. Thanks!