[CV Block Leaders] Neighborhood Walkers Program

[Jeni Spevak]

Hi everyone,
Many of you asked for more information on the Neighborhood Walkers program,
so I wanted to make sure I get that out to you this week. Unfortunately,
what I have isn't too much, but it seems like a simple thing to do.
 
Some years back, the Neighborhood Walkers program was very active. I know
that Kirsch (on the 2800 block of Guilford) was very active in it, and
perhaps he or any other block leader that was involved will post a message
to the group if I've missed any information here. Basically, there are 3-4
people per group who walk through the neighborhood after dark with a cell
phone. 911 and 311 are called to report suspicious activity or other issues.
Each group decides on a place and time to meet every week and walks whatever
route they choose. It sounds like a fun way to keep the neighborhood safer,
get some exercise and chat with your neighbors. Any group of concerned
citizens can do it, whether they live on the same block or not.
 
At this time, the program seems to be self-directed. I spoke with a fellow
who is in the last remaining group, which walks on Thursday evenings. There
is no one person who is taking calls and matching people and getting the
project going. I would volunteer to be that person, except that my time here
is limited and the program really needs continuity, and so that job is best
for a permanent community member. So I've left a message for the last person
who tried to be the organizer, and I'll see if he is still interested in
being the point person for this. In the mean-time, if you and a few of your
neighbors or neighborhood friends are interested in putting a group
together, go for it! It only takes an hour or so a week and can be done by
any group of people with at least one cell phone.
 
Have fun! If I get more information or this program becomes more formalized,
I will be sure to let you all know.
 
Jeni Spevak
Block Leader Coordinator
Charles Village Community Benefits District
2301 N Charles St - Baltimore, MD 21218
410-235-4411 x16
 
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