Last June, the Hi-Crest NIA took steps to get the trash cleaned up, placing Dumpsters at various locations. People in the neighborhood responded positively, filling them up. NIA member Dewey Brubaker volunteered his driveway for one of the Dumpsters. A major concern cited was the need for landlords to exercise greater responsibility when checking out tenants and to better maintain rental homes. Crimes have occurred in and near rental houses where there are drugs, alcohol and parties, members said.
Some neighbors are afraid to call police or get involved for fear of retribution.
Most members agreed drug use is becoming more of a problem. Ernestine Coleman, who has lived in the neighborhood since 1964, said the neighborhood is safer this year than it was last year, citing the Hi-Crest NIA, Safe Streets and a more visible police presence. Weather Legislature Business Obituaries Street Closings Crime Stoppers Forums Washburn Univ. Wildcats Jayhawks Washburn Univ. Severe Weather Spelling Bee Black History Making a Diffrnc Prosper Family Teen Weddings Engagements Anniversaries SW Neighbors Northern Life KS Plus City of Char.