Rose Park Neighborhood Association (RPNA) has grown and adapted over the past 30+ years. We have helped preserve and build the character and stability of our area. Each resident is important – all residents are important. We’ve had challenges and will continue to have challenges because we are a vibrant area of a changing city.
You may have noticed our actions “on the street”. We have found we meet many more of our neighbors and hear their concerns “out on the street”. And if that is where it happens – so be it.
Randy Hope (CD2) with camera reach, Richard Connelly with donuts/coffee, Gretchen Swanson holding on to our trusty “mobile unit”, Danielle Potter Dague with hospitality tray and last but truly a leader, Bennett Dague with our signature welcoming smile aka ‘junior greeter’.
It is that time of year where we reach out to those that live or work here to share in these efforts. If you can, please become a member or renew a past membership. LINK The cost has remained $25 for years! Either way please reach out to get involved – everyone is welcomed! Whether at our bi-monthly Parking Lot (Skate Jam and Art Expression); Walk the Walks (handing out morning coffee); or hang out on 10th Street with Moms for a Beautiful 10th – the list goes on.
Our partners and supporters are fundamental to our success. Some have moved on. We are saddened that Power 4 Youth has had to close its doors. It has been a mainstay for youth mentoring for several years. However, we are already identifying other timely and meaningful mentoring activities.
Because of these actions and friendships we participate in more strategic efforts here in Long Beach. To do that we need your voice. Please be a part of our neighborhood’s future.
The big things put the little things into perspective. We get pissed off when there is trash left on our parkway but that is of little consequence when your home sustains a fire. There was a fire a few days ago in our neighborhood. We don’t know all the particulars at the time of this writing. We will share information when it comes available. And, we’ll continue to reach out and support all those involved the best way we can.
I asked if Red Cross always responds to help a family after a house fire. I’m waiting to hear. Who helps immediately and who is there for the long haul? Maybe some of you know. The personal toll can be devastating and also take a long time to surface. Please reach out to LB Trauma Recovery – it’s free, it’s for you and it’s down the street near St. Mary’s – call (562) 491-7977 .
The neighborhood association welcomes helpful tips and suggestions to support ‘what happens after a house fire’. Here is an article that describes what was helpful to someone who experienced a house fire. Not everything applies for the fire on Ohio but it is a very good reference.
It’s important that those living at the property, those who may be involved in some way and the immediate neighbors need our gentle, thoughtful and enduring support.
The historic Rose Park neighborhood is located in the City of Long Beach, California
