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{{toplink|url=http://www.phila.gov/services/trash-recycling-city-upkeep/become-a-block-captain/|name=phila.gov/services/trash-recycling-city-upkeep/become-a-block-captain}}'''Block captains work to make their block safe and beautiful'''. For example, they may: | {{toplink|url=http://www.phila.gov/services/trash-recycling-city-upkeep/become-a-block-captain/|name=phila.gov/services/trash-recycling-city-upkeep/become-a-block-captain}}'''Block captains work to make their block safe and beautiful'''. For example, they may: | ||
*Sweep walks and gutters. | *Sweep walks and gutters. | ||
*Plant flowers. | *Plant flowers. | ||
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*Organize block parties. | *Organize block parties. | ||
*Remind neighbors of trash and recycling collection days and guidelines. | *Remind neighbors of trash and recycling collection days and guidelines. | ||
Block captains also organize block cleanups with the Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee (PMBC). Participating blocks have three organized cleanups in the summer months. PMBC can provide tools and supplies, street cleaning, and help with other sanitation services. | Block captains also organize block cleanups with the Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee (PMBC). Participating blocks have three organized cleanups in the summer months. PMBC can provide tools and supplies, street cleaning, and help with other sanitation services. | ||
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==In The News== | ==In The News== | ||
*[http://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/block-captain-philly/ How to become a block captain--and rock at it], Philadelphia Citizen, August 5, 2021. | *[http://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/block-captain-philly/ How to become a block captain--and rock at it], Philadelphia Citizen, August 5, 2021. | ||
*[http://www.phillymag.com/citified/2015/07/09/philadelphia-block-cleanup/ The No-B***s*** Guide to a Litter-Free Block], Philly Magazine, July 9, 2015. | *[http://www.phillymag.com/citified/2015/07/09/philadelphia-block-cleanup/ The No-B***s*** Guide to a Litter-Free Block], Philly Magazine, July 9, 2015. | ||
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==Info== | ==Info== | ||
*[http://www.philadelphia-reflections.com/blog/497.htm Philadelphia Reflections: Block Captains] (at Philadelphia Reflections) | *[http://www.philadelphia-reflections.com/blog/497.htm Philadelphia Reflections: Block Captains] (at Philadelphia Reflections) | ||
*[http://www.cityofsanmateo.org/678/Block-Captain-Resources Block Captain Resources] (San Mateo, California) | *Ideas from Other Locations: | ||
*[http://nacok.org/neighborhood-organizing/ Neighborhood Organization] (central Oklahoma) | **[http://www.brancheshoa.org/p/Block-Captain-Duties Block Captain Duties] (Indianapolis, Indiana) | ||
**[http://www.cityofsanmateo.org/678/Block-Captain-Resources Block Captain Resources] (San Mateo, California) | |||
**[http://www.rolling-hills.org/residents/block_captain_program/block_captain_responsibilities.php Block Captain Responsibilities] (Rolling Hills, California) | |||
**[http://orem.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Block-Captain-Training-Manual-2017.pdf Block Captain Training Manual] (PDF, Orem, Utah) | |||
**[http://www.portlandoregon.gov/civic/article/26681#:~:text=Block%20Captains%20are%20neighborhood%20leaders%20working%20to%20make,crime%20prevention%2C%20neighborhood%20associations%2C%20and%20the%20police%20bureau. Block Captains] (Portland, Oregon) | |||
**[http://nacok.org/neighborhood-organizing/ Neighborhood Organization] (central Oklahoma) | |||
**[http://www.plarchive.org/archive/J-Roles-and-Responsibilities-of-Block-Captain.pdf Roles and Responsibilities of a Neighborhood Block Captain] (PDF, Port Ludlow, Washington) | |||
==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
*[[Philadelphia Streets Department]] | *[[Philadelphia Streets Department]] | ||
*[[South of South Neighborhood Association (SOSNA)]] | *[[South of South Neighborhood Association (SOSNA)]] | ||
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[[Category:About-Block Captains]] | [[Category:About-Block Captains]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 14:45, 30 September 2021
phila.gov/services/trash-recycling-city-upkeep/become-a-block-captain
Block captains work to make their block safe and beautiful. For example, they may:
- Sweep walks and gutters.
- Plant flowers.
- Plant new street trees.
- Help neighbors paint and renovate.
- Organize block parties.
- Remind neighbors of trash and recycling collection days and guidelines.
Block captains also organize block cleanups with the Philadelphia More Beautiful Committee (PMBC). Participating blocks have three organized cleanups in the summer months. PMBC can provide tools and supplies, street cleaning, and help with other sanitation services.
If you have questions or want to find out if you already have a block captain, call PMBC at (215) 685-3971.
Note: The above descriptive information and more can be found at the URL above.
In The News
- How to become a block captain--and rock at it, Philadelphia Citizen, August 5, 2021.
- The No-B***s*** Guide to a Litter-Free Block, Philly Magazine, July 9, 2015.
- Philadelphia Officials Host Event To Show Appreciation For Area Block Captains, CBS-3, March 26, 2011.
Info
- Philadelphia Reflections: Block Captains (at Philadelphia Reflections)
- Ideas from Other Locations:
- Block Captain Duties (Indianapolis, Indiana)
- Block Captain Resources (San Mateo, California)
- Block Captain Responsibilities (Rolling Hills, California)
- Block Captain Training Manual (PDF, Orem, Utah)
- Block Captains (Portland, Oregon)
- Neighborhood Organization (central Oklahoma)
- Roles and Responsibilities of a Neighborhood Block Captain (PDF, Port Ludlow, Washington)