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Chelsea Hill Community founders describe resident-led cleanups and safety work
Summary
Founders of the volunteer Chelsea Hill Community described how the resident-led group began in 2017, runs regular cleanup and safety walks, and works with city staff and police to report hazards and coordinate responses.
Host Marnie McAlpine interviewed two cofounders of the Chelsea Hill Community about the group's origins and activities. Monica Elias said the group launched in 2017 after members who had volunteered with other neighborhood efforts decided to focus on cleanups, safety and small neighborhood events. "We just clean different areas of Chelsea because we care," Elias said, describing monthly meetings, potlucks and can drives that donated goods to Saint Luke's.
The conversation emphasized the group's resident-led nature and collaborations with city teams. Yahaya Noor said neighborhood bonds and everyday participation keep the effort going; he noted that the group includes long-term residents and newer arrivals. McAlpine highlighted that the group resumed regular walks in late 2023 and increased participation in 2024, with turnout “anywhere from 16 to over two dozen” on some walks. The founders encouraged listeners to join the walks or follow the group's social channels to learn where the next events will be held.
