Neighborhood Associations

Vision

To support and empower neighborhood residents so that they can collectively effect positive changes in their communities; to facilitate their ability to envision and create healthy, viable neighborhoods.

TRIP's Community Programs

National Night Out 2007

TRIP assisted eight neighborhood groups in planning events for the 24th Annual National Night Out on August 7, 2007, which encourages citizens to work together to combat crime and drugs. Hundreds of people in Troy participated in their neighborhoods' events, which ranged from BBQs to bike safety to beautification efforts. 

Civic Participation/Neighborhood Organizing/Leadership Development

TRIP helps neighborhood residents identify their needs and create solutions in partnership with others through the creation of block clubs and neighborhood associations.

Neighborhood Improvement Projects

TRIP works in partnership with area residents to undertake improvements in their neighborhoods. To date, we have worked with the City to revitalize a playground, replaced eyesore vacant lots with a new community garden, and helped with various beautification efforts.

Innovative Solutions

TRIP has developed several new and innovative programs in partnership with others to respond to community needs including the Troy Landlord Training Program, Tenant Training, Take Stock in Your Block, Youth Opportunities, and more.

Support Neighborhood Groups and Crime Watches

TRIP is facilitating a citywide group of neighborhood associations, crime watches, and block clubs with the goal of strengthening each group and helping to create others.  Members share best  practices, hear from City officials, and learn about resources.  Go to NYS Attorney General’s website home page at http://www.oag.state.ny.us/ and click on Improving the Quality of Life in Our Communities.

For more information please contact

TRIP COMMUNITY AFFAIRS
Hilary Lamishaw, Director, hilary@triponline.org,  (518) 272-8289 x214

Useful links:

City of Troy official site: http://www.troyny.gov
NYS Office of the Attorney General: http://www.oag.state.ny.us/

National Night Out:  http://www.nationalnightout.org