The Glenwood Community expresses its sincerest thanks to the many people who worked hard to protect the health and safety of our school children and the entire community. A big shout-out goes to Glenwood residents Dave and Pam Gorman for bringing this issue to our attention, and to Carrie Hillyard, Glenwood principal, for not letting up until she saw that the EPA would reverse its decision. Way to go Dave, Pam and Carrie! (Pictured above are Evansville Mayor Jonathan Weinzapfel, Kim Gorman, Shelby Gorman and Pam Gorman. Photo by John Blair.)
John Blair, director of Valley Watch, worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure the EPA got the information it needed. Thank you, John, for being the tenacious person you are! Of course, where would this community be without the strong guidance of the Glenwood Neighborhood Association? President Lucy Williams, Vice-President Mike Reed and Treasurer Steve Moore were determined to protect the interests of the neighborhood. Thank you GNA for leading us to this victory!
Many thanks are owed as well to the city officials who spoke up on behalf of the community. Evansville Mayor Jonathan Weinzapfel and City Council members Wendy Bredhold and Connie Robinson recognized the importance of keeping this contaminated soil out of the Glenwood neighborhood and rallied their support behind us. Thank you, city officials, for everything that you did, and continue to do, for us.
There were many others who knocked on doors and called on their neighbors to let them know what was happening, or about to happen, in their neighborhood. What treasures we have right here in our own community! You have demonstrated what can happen when concerned citizens stand up for what is right!
This also demonstrates the importance of having a strong system of communication in place, a way for community residents to stay connected. This blog is one way, and our system of Block Captains is another way. Block Captains watch out for their neighbors and make sure that they are informed of events and issues regarding Glenwood. If you would like more information on becoming a Block Captain, please leave us a comment, and we will get back in touch with you.
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Once again, thank you to the many people who worked hard to protect the Glenwood neighborhood!
