by Sonya Jongsma Knauss The decision on whether to grant a liquor license to the Jewel-Osco just west of Holton on Capitol has been postponed after several meetings last month where neighborhood residents expressed disapproval. Because of increased interest in the issue, a neighborhood meeting has been called for May 7 at 7 p.m. (see […]
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The Riverwest Neighborhood Association: What it is and How it Works
by Jan Christensen The process for creating the Riverwest Neighborhood Association (RNA) began in 2000, in response to the desire for a neighborhood organization as stated in the Neighborhood Strategic Plan (NSP). The group has adopted the NSP-defined mission for now: “Building a neighborhood that is: proud, safe, affordable, respectful of diversity and working to […]
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Working Toward Consensus in RNA
Last September, the RNA held an informational meeting concerning the request for a liquor license for Jewel Osco (JO) on Capitol Drive. After discussion, the group empowered a committee to draft a position paper and a proposed covenant with JO. During the process of discussion, held on RNA e-mail, in small groups, and at subsequent […]
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Riverwest Neighborhood Association to Promote Voter Turnout
The Riverwest Neighborhood Association (RNA) has decided to take an active role in future elections by encouraging people to vote and by hosting candidate forums.
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Gas Station Blues Make Residents See Red
By Tarvus Hawthorne and Janice Christensen Neighbors in the Riverwest and Harambee neighborhoods are concerned about the safety and appearances of several gas stations on Holton Street and on North Avenue. Of particular concern are the stations on Holton and Keefe, Holton and Burleigh, Holton and North and 4th and North. “They don’t keep the […]
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