In Times Like These: Being Safe AND Neighborly – Encouragement and resources as we weather COVID-19 separate but together. UNOE Cares.
DISCLAIMER:Any events or meetings announced in this newsletter are contingent on mandates related to whether or not we are under a state of emergency and travel/gathering restrictions. If in doubt, contact the UNOE President, the event/meeting host or stay tuned to local media.
From the President – Find remarks from your UNOE Board President on page 2.
Special Store Hours for At-Risk Shoppers – Find a list of some of the stores offering special hours on page 2.
Unified Development Ordinance – On page 3, discover an explanation of the process being used for reviewing the City’s municipal code and what it means to every neighborhood. (Resource: www.CommUnity2020evc.com)
Proper Recycling: Find the simple guidelines on page 4 for ensuring that our city’s curbside recycling program is most effective. (Sources: City of Evansville and Tri-State Resource Recovery)
2020 Membership Packets are NOW DUE. Those who’ve not yet sent in their membership renewals can complete and submit the electronic, fillable form, so that your information can be updated more quickly. Download the Membership Packet here. See more info on page 5.
2020 U.S. Census – Invitation letters and paper forms have been hitting mailboxes during the past month. On pages 6 and 7, find information about the various ways to take the Census, how to learn the response rate of your neighborhood’s census tract and more. Follow the local effort on Facebook at 2020 Census Evanville.
Letter from EPD’s Chief Billy Bolin – Find a message for neighborhoods on page 8 and Crime Prevention Officer (CPO) contact information on page 9.
Need a Neighbor initiative – Find information on page 11 about how your neighborhood can participate and how your neighbors can seek help.
WeTip Hotline reminder on page 10 – Report crime anonymously online or by phone at 1-800-78-CRIME
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Spring Heavy Trash Pick Up and Spring Yard Waste services have been postponed until further notice. See page 10.
Caps/Lids Collection Continues – Even while you’re staying home, the opportunity to save plastic lids and caps for Bellemeade Bayard Park Neighborhood Association continues. More info available on page 10.
Starting a Community Garden free workshop hosted by Greater Evansville Community Gardeners – info on page 7.
WATCH FOR THE 2020 U.S. CENSUS
Encouraging Our Neighbors to Complete the 2020 Census
EVERY person who is counted by the Census is worth about $2700 in federal funds, grants and support for our community, according to a George Washington Institute study. These funds support schools, hospitals, roads, public works and other vital programs.
When you receive your invitation to respond, talk it up among your neighbors, strike up conversations with people in the community while shopping, playing, worshiping or working. Encourage everyone to be counted for the good of everyone in our community! Learn more at 2020census.gov. Visit the local Complete Count Committee’s Facebook page: 2020 Census Evansville YouTube Channel: 2020Census Evansville Get involved in the Census Challenge.
Working Together for a Complete Count – The 2020 U.S. Census is key to the allocation of funding for our community. Learn more on page 1.
Meet Your Legislators – Find the 2020 dates on page 1.
Get Involved in Managing Invasive Plants – Learn more about CISMA (Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area) on page 5. Follow Vanderburgh Co. CISMA on Facebook.
Speaker Resource: Be SMART campaign volunteers are available to speak to your group to raise awareness of how responsible gun storage can save children’s lives. Learn how to schedule on page 5.
Special Day for Demonstrations of the Updated MyWater App from EWSU – Learn more on page 6 and at www.ewsu.com.
UNOE’s Nominating Committee Report – Learn more about the current nominees for elected Board positions. Nominations are accepted until the time of voting during the January General Meeting. See page 2 for details.
Preparing for the 2020 Election of UNOE Officers – Check your Neighborhood’s webpage on the UNOE website to make sure your UNOE Representatives are listed correctly. Send any changes to office@unoevansville.org or call the office by 1/23/20.
2020 Membership Packets – Packets will be mailed and emailed to Neighborhood Association 2019 Presidents at the start of 2020. You can also download the 2020 Membership Forms from our Membership page. Completed and signed forms are due by Mon,. March 2, 2020.
UNOE’s Inclement Weather Policy – UNOE office policy states that if the EVSC schools are closed due to inclement weather, the UNOE Office will be closed also. This also affects UNOE events or meetings scheduled for after hours. See page 5.
JANUARY 2020 GENERAL MEETING
January’s General Meeting will include election of officers & a program by Aurora.
WeTip Hotline reminder – Report crime anonymously online or by phone at 1-800-78-CRIME
Splash into Summer will continue in 2020. Read more on page 7 to plan ahead for donating or being a part of the pool cookouts in your neighborhood. Subscribe to the newsletter of the Dept. of Parks & Recreation: click here.
**NOTE** Date Changes for Splash into Summer Please use these dates, not what’s in the newsletter: 2020 Splash Into Summer Program June 13 Helfrich Pool June 20 Lorraine Pool June 27 Rochelle–Landers Pool July 11 Hartke Pool July 18 Mosby Pool
Southwest Indiana Counties Band Together for Improved Broadband – For our Neighborhoods with residents in the County: Take the survey to help.
Highlights from the 24th Annual Sparkplug Recognition Banquet– Watch for another blog post this month featuring the 2019 Sparkplug Award winners! See them now on pages 4 & 5.
Leading UNOE – What’s the purpose, composition and responsibilities of your UNOE Board members? What does each Officer do?
Preparing for the 2020 Election of UNOE Officers – Check your Neighborhood’s webpage on this website to make sure your UNOE Representatives are listed correctly. Send any changes to office@unoevansville.org or call the office by 1/23/20.
UNOE’s Nominating Committee Report – See current nominees for elected Board positions. Nominations are accepted until the time of voting during the January General Meeting. See page 7 for details.
Neighborhood Lighting Survey Update – Thank you to those Neighborhood Associations who participated! See page 8.
How Have You Used Your Yard Signs? – Send your stories to the UNOE office. See page 8.
2020 Membership Packets – After 12/1/19, Neighborhoods will be able to download the 2020 Membership Forms from our Membership page. Packets will also be mailed after the start of the year.
Tips from the City Arborist – Beware of Deceptive People Going Door to Door Soliciting Tree Work – See page 9 for a message from Sean Dickerson, Dept. of Urban Forestry, City of Evansville
Heating Advice to Stay Safe and Snug and Save Money – Helpful tips and resources for everyone. See page 11.
UNOE’s Inclement Weather Policy – UNOE office policy states that if the EVSC schools are closed due to inclement weather, the UNOE Office will be closed also. This also affects UNOE events or meetings scheduled for after hours. See page 12.
JANUARY 2020 GENERAL MEETING
January’s General Meeting will include election of officers & a program by Aurora.
July 11 > WESTSIDE IMPROVEMENT: Music in the Park – Howell Park July 13 > GOOSETOWN: Neighborhood Day in partnership with Potter’s Wheel July 13 > TEPE PARK: Clean Evansville clean up event July 18 > GOOSETOWN: Neighborhood Lunch for Seniors at Potter’s Wheel July 20 > LORRAINE PARK: Energize Evansville: Aqua Zumba– Lorraine Pool July 25 > LORRAINE PARK: Music in the Park – Lorraine Park Aug 8 > BELLEMEADE BAYARD PARK: Music in the Park – Bayard Park
2019 Neighborhood Summit to be held during this month’s General Meeting – Find a Tool for Preparing Your Neighborhood on pg. 3.
Neighborhood Yard Signs Project kicks off for UNOE member neighborhood associations. (Still haven’t sent in your 2019 Membership Packet? Download it now. Your 2019 Membership Registration with current bylaws & map must be received by the UNOE office to be eligible for ordering signs.)
Neighborhood Celebration Day Is Coming Soon–Will YOUR Neighborhood be among the more than 15 represented so far? (Facebook event link)
CERT Training Applications available. Find out how to become a member of the Evansville/Vanderburgh County Community Emergency Response Team – Follow CERT on Facebook
CERT continuing education for current members – pg. 8
June 1 > DOWNTOWN: Clean Evansville clean up event June 8 > OLD ERIE: Baptisttown Festival June 8 > TEPE PARK: Community Connections Block Party – hosted by Tepe Park Neighborhood June 13 > JACOBSVILLE: Music in the Park – Willard Library
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Mayor’s Special Traveling City Hall featuring U.S. Census 2020 job opportunities – Sat., June 22
Neighborhood Volunteers Unite through Operation: United Care (Facebook event link)
Photos from Events Involving Several Neighborhoods
2019 Neighborhood Summit Tool for Preparing Your Neighborhood
Neighborhood Celebration Day Is Coming Soon–Will Your Neighborhood Be Represented? (Facebook event link)
MAY GENERAL MEETING
Join us for our May General Meeting
NEIGHBORHOOD EVENTS
May 3 > CULVER: Rathbone Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & Reception May 7 > BALLARD: Organizational Meeting May 14 > BELLEMEADE BAYARD PARK: Jazz in the Park May 18 > GLENWOOD: Interview on Leadership Connection – WEOA 98.5FM May 28 > BELLEMEADE BAYARD PARK: Jazz in the Park May 30 > AKIN PARK: Music in the Park
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Mayor’s Traveling City Hall featuring Boom Squad, Inc. – May 29 – the 5th Wednesday this month due to graduation events on the regular date
UNOE to raise awareness of Neighborhoods through volunteering at the WNIN Spring Auction
Operation: United Care – Labeling Party details! — The first Operation: United Care, a mission of neighborhoods united for a cause, has had tremendous success in our first project which was chosen as a means to support Honor Flight Southern Indiana.
It’s not too early to plan for your Neighborhood’s role in the 2019 Neighborhood Celebration Day at the Franklin Street Bazaar!
UNOE will continue to host Make It SNAPpy, the FREE monthly cooking/nutrition class in partnership with Purdue Extension‘s Nutrition Education Program. Join others from some of our member Neighborhoods who’ve been participating and meet other community members too … who get to also learn about Neighborhoods!
Lamasco Neighborhood Association will be hosting two back-to-back Candidates’ Nights before the primary election featuring candidates for City Council both At-Large and Ward 6–one night for each party.
Notice of Public Hearings & Comment Period from the Department of Metropolitan Development regarding funding through federal programs and the Annual Action Plan.
See page 1 for details about the Labeling Party on Tues., May 7th
$10.00 each. Sizes available: Youth Medium – Adult 5X See the order form or page 7 of the newsletter for details. Pre-paid orders only. Initial orders are due by Mon, April 8
COMMUNITY EVENT NEWS
Mayor’s Traveling City Hall featuring the Evansville Otters and their host families
Mark your calendar for the February General Meeting: Feb. 28, 2019 – 6:30pm C.K. Newsome Community Center, 100 Walnut
UNOE-HOSTED EVENT
Make It SNAPpy! FREE classes for our neighbors who are eligible for SNAP & WIC benefits in partnership with Purdue Extension: Nutrition Education Program FINAL SESSION: Tuesday, March 19, 2019 More details on Page 3 and on Facebook.
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