Housing Authority ‘Picks Up’ Pride, Responsibility in Community
As part of their continued outreach programs in the Newport Community, the Housing Authority of Newport (HAN) has launched a new initiative that will help to clean up the city, and even put a little cash into teens pockets.
(EMAILWIRE.COM, June 20, 2008 ) Teens in bright green shirts are cleaning up Newport, so be on the lookout.
As part of their continued outreach programs in the Newport Community, the Housing Authority of Newport (HAN) has launched a new initiative that will help to clean up the city, and even put a little cash into teens pockets. The Newport Litter Patrol program will run throughout the next eight weeks, and Newport teens will be leading the charge to green up and clean up the city.
The program is the brainchild of Housing Authority employees Rebecca Whitcomb and Erica Oden. According to HAN director Joseph Condit, the program is designed with a number of goals in mind. One, to introduce the basic responsibilities of holding a job, such as showing up and being timely, respect to fellow workers and following instructions. Secondly, Condit says HAN hopes to instill in the young workers a sense of pride and responsibility in their community, by taking "ownership" in their neighborhood and surrounding area.
“The final reward is not only their end of program pay check, but hopefully they've learned something about being an active member of their community, and formed lasting friendships along the way as well,” Condit says. “It’s another way that we work to make this wonderful community an even more beautiful place to live, and to encourage young people to take an active and valued roll.”
Oden and Whitcomb explained that the Litter Patrol is made up of teens 12 and older, and is split into teams of two and four. They meet twice per week, and they will police their assigned areas throughout the city for litter and debris.
About the Housing Authority of Newport
The Housing Authority of Newport, Kentucky provides and manages quality, affordable rental, senior living, and homes for sale throughout Newport. Through partnerships with residents and other groups, HAN provides opportunities for those served to begin a path toward self sufficiency, while taking pride and being part of the community. HAN also operates the The Marguerite Robinson Community Center, located at 400 West Sixth Street. The Center provides a wide variety of recreational programs and other services not only to our residents, but also the residents of the City of Newport. More information can be accessed at www.nhaky.org or by calling 859.581.2533.