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Wright Avenue Neighborhood Association launches 'Boots on the Ground' cleanups, plans fire-station mural
Summary
Sheila Moses, president of the Wright Avenue Neighborhood Association, outlined quarterly "Boots on the Ground" cleanups and a planned fire-station mural featuring the Sankofa symbol to deepen neighborhood pride and involve students, residents, businesses and churches.
Sheila Moses, president of the Wright Avenue Neighborhood Association, described two community initiatives aimed at boosting neighborhood pride and engagement: a recurring "Boots on the Ground" cleanup program and a fire-station mural project.
"My name is Sheila Moses. I serve as president of the Wright Avenue Neighborhood Association," Moses said in opening remarks. She framed the work as rooted in long-standing resident participation and civic commitment, saying the neighborhood's longevity "speaks to the volume of the participation of the residents in the neighborhood."
Moses described "Boots on the Ground" as "action-oriented" and not merely a cleanup effort. "It's not just about ... a litter cleanup. It's about bringing the community together," she said, adding that the program is intended to build unity and pride while inviting residents of all ages to take part.
She also announced a fire-station mural project that organizers expect will bring together students and area residents to "tell a story." The mural will be painted on the fire station door and will include the Sankofa symbol, which Moses said should serve as "a constant reminder" to honor past wisdom while supporting future generations.
On scheduling, Moses said the association recently established quarterly cleanups set for the last Saturday of each quarter and that the group is holding them more frequently to keep the neighborhood clean. She noted a practical concern about public trash receptacles: the few along Wright Avenue are being used by passersby, and the cleanups are intended in part to address litter and visibility.
Moses urged collaboration with local businesses and churches to support the campaigns and expand participation. There was no formal vote or action recorded during the remarks; the announcement served as an invitation for community members to join planned activities.
The association’s next steps are to hold the announced cleanups and proceed with mural planning with students and residents, seeking partners among neighborhood institutions to support the work.
