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 Block by Block is a solutions-based, relationship-building approach that identifies and assists neighborhoods that want to come back to life. The program builds on the tremendous work already done by block, providing resources to make each property on the block fully habitable. The goal is to complete eight blocks by the end of the 2009 calendar year. The Mission: The mission of Block by Block is to rebuild, re-energize and revitalize Cedar Rapids neighborhoods one block at a time. Core Values: Block by Block is a solutions-based, relationship-building approach that, with honesty, integrity, and compassion, assists neighbors. Honesty: Operating in a truthful and open manner. Integrity: Adherence to moral and ethical principles. Compassion: Feeling empathy for homeowners' misfortune. READ MORE>> |
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| We try to rehab, but sometimes we need to do what is best for the neighborhood... 
BLOCK BY BLOCK HOLDS FIRST EVER ALL NEIGHBOR MEETING  Construction Roy Wier discusses neighborhood issues with homeowners during Block by Block's first-ever All Neighbor Meeting. Nearly 90 neighbors and Block by Block Staff members attended Block by Block's first-ever All Neigbor meeting at St. James United Methodist Church. Individuals and Families from all of Block by Block's blocks attended the event. Neighbors broke into randomly picked groups to discuss the things they liked most about their blocks and to brainstorm things they'd like to change as they rebuild their neighborhoods. Block Leaders were recognized, and then Marti Gray, Paula Land, and Justin Novinger made a presentation on the Tapestry Time Bank project, which allows members to give and receive services by earning "time dollars" instead of money. SENATOR GRASSLEY VISITS!  Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley, center, poses in front of St. James United Methodist Church with Block by Block Program Administrator Clint Twedt-Ball, Donor John Smith, Project Manager Matt Mayer and Lead Block Organizer Courtney Ball. On January 22nd, 2009, Senator Chuck Grassley came to Cedar Rapids, and paid a visit to Block by Block while he was in town. The Senator heard a presentation on Block by Block given by the staff, and then walked through several homes that Block by Block has remodeled on the Northwest side of town. | | |
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