Reclaim Neighborhoods

What gives about people unwilling to meet and know their neighbors these days?

The front porch was a common element that prompted neighbors to talk. Something changed after World War II. Attached garages and fenced yards kept neighbors apart.

And, we're paying the price for anonymity.

Crime occurs without neighbors knowing one another and looking out for each other, and,
their homes.

Neighbors in St. Clair Shores recently reported that they suspected drug dealing next store and they called 9 1 1. They were correct. How would police know of a neighbor's drug dealings unless neighbors see the unusual flow of traffic?

Block parties, street sales, and Neighborhood Watch signage with ears and eyes to compliment the signs will help enhance neighborhoods again.

Yes, it will cost commitment and engagement. That's something we don't seem to want to
engage in these day, sad to say.

Imam Shamsid-Deen Abdur-Rasheed, spiritual leader of the Islamic Cultural Institute at 30115 Greater Mack, south of Twelve Mile Road in St. Clair Shores, MI., is hosting a meeting Saturday, June 25 at 11 am for Neighborhood Watch building. Contact the Imam at Shams9191@yahoo.com, or Henry Castro at bdcastro@yahoo.com for more information.

Reclaim neighborhoods now.