Team building met community service as the city’s Planning Division rolled up their sleeves and got to work beautifying a local street. Looking for a meaningful group outing that would also give back to the community, Senior Planner Emilio O’Brien, suggested “adopting” a stretch of Vine Street just north of the Yvonne Scarlett-Golden Center. The six-member team spent half a day cleaning up litter and doing their part to help improve the neighborhood’s appearance. While the work was physically demanding, the group’s enthusiasm and camaraderie made it a rewarding experience.
“This was a great opportunity for us to get outside the office, work together in a different setting and make a visible impact on the community we serve,” said Planning Director Dennis Mrozek.
The Planning Division plans to return to Vine Street several times a year to continue their clean-up efforts and maintain the area.