Focus Area: Economy (Planning)
Staff Contact: Emily Carrillo, Senior Planner
Subject: Discussion on State of the Neighborhoods; Planning staff will report on the State of the Neighborhoods including accomplishments to date, current neighborhood conditions, programs and events associated with the Olathe Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative.
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Discussion on State of the Neighborhoods; Planning staff will report on the State of the Neighborhoods including accomplishments to date, current neighborhood conditions, programs and events associated with the Olathe Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative.
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Summary:
The Olathe Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative (HNI) is a collaborative approach to improving the quality of life for our residents, by ensuring every resident has the opportunity to be part of a vibrant, healthy neighborhood.
Unfortunately, there are many situations that create barriers for families where needed maintenance and upkeep of their homes are not financially or physically possible. HNI works to tackle these barriers through advocacy, community outreach efforts and improvement projects that result in safe, healthy neighborhoods where families can thrive.
Program resources take a holistic approach on this community need by focusing on communication and fostering partnerships across divisions, departments and agencies, as well as community stakeholders. Olathe’s HNI program is comprised of the following services:
1. Neighborhood Condition Index
2. Neighborhood Registration
3. Community Engagement & Neighborhood Beautification Grants
4. Neighborhood Improvement Projects & Events
An essential part to this city-wide initiative is our Neighborhood Resource Team. This group spans across all Olathe 2040 Focus Areas with representatives from various departments and divisions as well as external community stakeholders working together towards the common goal for improving Quality of Life in our neighborhoods.
HNI aligns directly with Olathe 2040, Organizational Goals and Council Priorities by leveraging community and organizational assets that positively impact Quality of Life.
As part of this program, each year we provide a program report to the City Council with this State of the Neighborhoods Address.
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Financial Impact:
None.
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Action Needed:
No action is requested at this time. This report is for information only.
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