Our big annual neighborhood cleanup took place Sept. 26. These events are one of the many advantages of being a registered neighborhood organization with the City of Springfield. City Council approves the funds for the cleanups, which are then coordinated by Community Partnership of the Ozarks in the spring or fall. Thank you to both organizations for making them possible!
Curbside pick-up has been very well received and has continued to grow. In the past, we have collected a huge number of TVs and monitors, along with various types of players. In addition to being able to bring electronics to the Meador Park collection site, this year the postcard promoting the cleanup can be used as a coupon for the free disposal of two TVs (a $40 value) at Computer Recycling Center.
We are attempting to resume regular meetings on the fourth Thursday of the month at Cowden Elementary School library.
On Sunday, Nov. 1, we are hosting another “dance party” cheering section for the Bass Pro Marathon participants. This event provides another opportunity for our neighborhood association. Sponsor Century Link is donating $10,000 for neighborhoods to compete for. Neighborhoods who place in the competition can put the winnings to use in whatever way we feel best benefits our neighborhood.
Our annual board of directors election will be on Oct. 29. The November and December meetings will be combined, with details to be announced. Please join Meador Park Neighborhood Association’s Facebook group for the latest information available about our activities.
Just as it has been for everyone else this, year has offered some challenges and required some changes on the go. I am very pleased with how much we have accomplished, with a couple of speed bumps thrown in for good measure!