DSNI also takes on a serious drug problem at the only park in the neighborhood. Breaking Ground Despite a lack of local bank and developer investment, DSNI breaks ground on new housing in 1993. Later, a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrates the completion of the first 6 of 300 homes. Homebuyer classes prepare residents to get mortgages, which usually have been denied in the past. New Voices Shortly after the completion of the first new homes, drug dealers move back into the park.
Young people take leadership in the multicultural festivals and together create a mural.
The program ends as the community elects new DSNI board members, including neighborhood youth. For more information, see Holding Ground's Newsletter and Guide to Local Outreach Planning . Holding Ground offers compelling viewing to people of all ages who are interested in the revitalization of America's cities. A study guide is available. Holding Ground is a New Day Films release.