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Have you ever considered the profound impact of preserving history for future generations? 🕰️ As a passionate Rotarian and the Grant Chair for my club, I've been deeply involved in a project that's close to my heart. We're on a mission to help the Elizabethtown Historical Society with much-needed repairs to their building—a cornerstone of our community's heritage. The wear and tear of time don't just affect us individually; they also touch the places that hold our collective memories. The Elizabethtown Historical Society has been a custodian of our past, but now it's our turn to ensure its future. Writing a district grant proposal is more than just a formal request for funds. It's a narrative that weaves together the importance of history, the urgency of preservation, and the community's role in safeguarding our shared stories. Here are some key points I'm considering for the proposal: 1. The significance of the historical society to our community. 2. The specific repairs needed and their costs. 3. The long-term benefits of preserving the building for educational and cultural enrichment. I believe that by supporting these repairs, we're not just fixing a structure; we're restoring a treasure trove of knowledge and a beacon for community engagement. If you've been involved in similar projects or have insights to share, I'd love to hear your experiences. Your input could be invaluable in strengthening our proposal and ensuring the success of this endeavor. Let's come together to protect the legacies that shape our identity. Like this post, share your thoughts, or tag someone who understands the importance of preserving our history. Your engagement can make a real difference! #Preservation #CommunityImpact #RotaryProjects

The research is clear: mixed-income housing is key to upLifting Orlando. 📊 70% of young adult Americans said that it was harder for them to afford a home than it was for their parents’ generation. In October 2021, about half of Americans (49%) said this was a major problem where they live—and this is up 10 percentage points from early 2018. Affording a home is now an American challenge; we need one another to learn how to handle this challenge best. For over a decade, Lift Orlando has been working with residents to create mixed-income housing opportunities, bringing beautiful homes to places like Pendana at West Lakes and Pendana Senior Residences. Both were created thanks to our phenomenal partner Columbia Residential. You can upLift your neighbor with Lift Orlando, too. Give to support the Love is Local campaign at loveislocalorlando.com ********************************** Read more about the research here ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/e4gH_yR5

🌿 Important Announcement Regarding Altona Memorial Park 🌿 Dear LinkedIn Community, I wanted to take a moment to address recent events concerning the theft of memorial plaques at Altona Memorial Park, managed by The Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust. While we acknowledge the immediate concern surrounding these incidents, it's essential to recognise the broader implications at play. The removal of memorials from a cemetery or any landscape is a multifaceted issue with profound implications for our cultural, social, environmental, and political landscapes. From a human geography perspective, this removal touches upon various critical aspects: 🏛 Cultural Impact: Memorials serve as poignant symbols, reflecting the beliefs and values of those they commemorate. Their removal can disrupt the continuity of cultural narratives and historical significance. 🤝 Social Dynamics: Cemeteries are sacred spaces for communal remembrance and reflection. Alterations to the landscape can significantly impact social interactions and ignite tensions among diverse groups. 🌍 Environmental Concerns: It's important to consider the environmental footprint associated with memorial production, including resource extraction and the potential for habitat destruction, resource depletion and modern slavery. 💪 Power and Representation: Decisions surrounding memorialisation are inherently linked to power dynamics, often raising questions of equitable representation and social justice. As professionals, there's an opportunity for us to engage in deeper reflection and dialogue on these complex issues. Let's come together to explore themes of grief, loss, and memorialisation, while considering the diverse perspectives and stakeholders involved. Your understanding and support are deeply appreciated as we navigate these challenges together. #Memorialisation #CemeteryCulture #CulturalLandscape #SocialReflection #EnvironmentalAwareness #CommunityDialogue #GriefJourney #RememberingTogether #CemeteryManagement #HeritagePreservation Image Credit: Altona Park, The Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust

Not sure what the I&M Canal National Heritage Area is exactly? Here's an explanation. Also gives you insight into what I've been working on over the last 28+ years...

...'Today, decades of #disinvestment have left #freetowns #vulnerable to #predatory #development, #land #theft and #industrialization. The Banners hoped to reverse those trends. Yet within weeks of creating their organization, their #purpose shifted dramatically. Instead of supporting other #Black #communities, the twins found themselves fighting for their own #hometown’s #survival. Wallace, population 1,240, was facing an #existential #threat in the form of the #proposed #construction of a gargantuan #grain-export #terminal, the latest in an onslaught of industrial #growth along the lower #Mississippi #River. The terminal would “drain us of all of our #resources and all of our #qualityoflife”, Joy said. “The overall goal is to run all of us out.” Across the #South, freetowns – also called Black-founded towns or #freedom #colonies – are fighting similar kinds of #encroachment. Helmed by Black men and women looking to escape #slavery and white #supremacy, freetowns #functioned as #autonomous communities, #producing their own #food and #governance and even providing relative #safety during the Jim Crow era. Now, many are in the #untenable position of having to #advocate for their right to have a #future. Often, this means #uncovering #lost #histories and #genealogies, seeking #protection through #historic #registries and battling #local #governments, #developers and #corporations in #court. For advocates like the Banners, the effort to maintain a stable status quo can be exhausting.'... https://lnkd.in/g3Bg7v_b

🚨 L.A. is making history on Skid Row! Over the past year, nearly 1,000 people who once called the streets home have moved into permanent housing, thanks to the $280-million Skid Row Action Plan. - This initiative isn’t just about finding a roof—it's about restoring dignity and hope. With nearly 2,000 more placed in shelters, the program is on track to permanently house 2,500 people within three years. This is a powerful example of how focused efforts can change lives and transform our communities. The work isn’t done, but the progress is real, and it’s making a difference. #LACounty #SkidRowActionPlan #HomelessCrisis #PublicSafety #CommunityFirst

Friday Fast Facts Peconic Bay Region Community Preservation Form Upda All deeds for conveyances occurring after May 31, 2024 requiring the Peconic Bay Region Community Preservation form must use and complete the most recent form (version 12/12/2023). The old form will no longer be acceptable. The form is now available on our website. Please see below for the link to the form:   All deeds for conveyances occurring after May 31, 2024 requiring the Peconic Bay Region Community Preservation form must use and complete the most recent form (version 12/12/2023). The old form will no longer be acceptable. The form is now available on our website. Please see below for the link to the form:   All deeds for conveyances occurring after May 31, 2024 requiring the Peconic Bay Region Community Preservation form must use and complete the most recent form (version 12/12/2023). The old form will no longer be acceptable. The form is now available on our website. Please see below for the link to the form:

It's important to stay connected when you've made a big move. 1. Schedule video calls, phone chats, and email exchanges with friends and family. 2. Join clubs, groups, or classes. 3. Attend events, volunteer, or join a neighborhood association. Weaving yourself into the community can help you feel included and build meaningful connections. Remember, connection isn't bound by geography – nurture existing relationships and embrace the opportunities for new ones.⠀ ⠀ Kay Marvin, REALTOR® 📱(712)299-4876 License#SA686918000 #kaymarvin #Realtor #RealEstate #RealEstateAgent #arizonarealestate #arizonarealtor #arizonahomes #kaymarvinrealestate #kaymarvinrealtor #kaymarvinhomes #realtorlife #livingmybestlife #Mesa #Scottsdale #Gilbert #QueenCreek #ApacheJunction #Florence #zionrealty

Cincinnati: The Midwest Underdog🏢💼 Discover why Cincinnati is the hidden gem of the Midwest, despite being overshadowed by other cities. Uncover the challenges and opportunities that make it a unique place for development. #CincinnatiUnderdog #HiddenGemMidwest #CityChallenges #OpportunityKnocks #DevelopingCincinnati #MidwestPotential #InvisibleStrengths #EmergingCity #OverlookedOpportunity #UnderestimatedCity

Today is #Juneteenth, the federal holiday recognizing this date in 1865 when slaves in #Texas were told they were free, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Some migrated to #Indiana and stayed until their death and were buried in segregated cemeteries. One site was recently uncovered at a proposed location for a new 20,000-seat sports stadium in Indianapolis. The discovery has paused the project for now. Eunice Trotter, director of the Black Heritage Preservation Program for the nonprofit Indiana Landmarks, said the cemetery is one of many. "All over Indiana, there are Black cemeteries that are attached, typically to AME churches," Trotter explained. "The African American population was buried in the city's first cemetery, which opened in 1821 in the area between Kentucky Avenue and White River. And of course, there was segregation then, like there is even still today." The stadium proposal includes connecting the east and west bank to White River, with the future Henry Street Bridge across the lower southern area of the cemetery. City officials own almost two of 24 acres at the site. Trotter estimates at least 650 burials are there. The price tag for excavation and memorialization is $12 million. As accusations grow of increased efforts to erase Black history in America, there are fears more segregated cemeteries nationwide are being eyed for future projects. Trotter noted these locations present the least resistance. "They are in areas where the land is typically devalued, disinvestment, and abandonment," Trotter pointed out. "They become easy targets for development. Even here in Indiana, farmers who plant crops over cemeteries, when they are tending to their farm, they uncover headstones." In 2020, #Congress signed the African American Burial Grounds Network Act into law. The measure establishes a National Park Service program to provide grants and technical assistance to local partners to research, identify, survey and preserve Black cemeteries.