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Ideas for projects are not limited to the examples provided. You are encouraged to be creative in addressing your individual neighborhood needs based on one of these categories. All projects must adhere to the Public Benefit criteria outlined for the program.
 

Build Neighborhood Leadership
  • Develop and distribute a "good neighbor" brochure
  • Start a newsletter or website
  • Develop and Implement a Disaster Preparedness Plan
  • Develop and implement a Neighborhood Crime Watch program
  • Organize community clean-ups
Promote Healthy Lifestyles
  • Add playground amenities
  • Install walking or biking trails
  • Create a community garden
  • Create gathering places
Improve Safety
  • Eliminate safety hazards
  • Install crosswalk enhancements
  • Improve hurricane safety for publicly used buildings
Improve the Environment
  • Use Florida Friendly principles to landscape
  • Save water by using micro-irrigation systems
  • Create wildlife habitat using Florida native plants
  • Create bio-swales or rain gardens
  • Install aquatic plants in storm water ponds
  • Remove exotic invasive plant species
Preserve Character and Value
  • Restore historical landmarks
  • Install community entrance signs
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