Set realistic goals. Start small and build upward. As your organizational capacity grows, start setting your goals higher. How you treat people is crucial to your success. By treating people with respect and integrity, people will be more likely to get involved in the organization.
People join neighborhood groups for a variety of reasons.
One of them is to get to know their neighbors and to feel a sense of community. So as you build your organization, be sure to have fun. Four simple steps is all it takes. Your Alderperson will be helpful in providing you with useful information on any other neighborhood associations that are functioning within the area. Call the Common Council Office at 266-4071 to leave a message for your Alderperson.