South Greensboro Area Plan - Public Review Draft - 9.25.25

Partnering with Local Artists and Organizations Local artists, schools, and nonprofits can be powerful partners in revitalization. Murals, performances, and community art projects not only beautify spaces but also reflect local identity and foster pride. Events like neighborhood clean ups or art walks can bring people together and build momentum for future improvements. These partnerships often require minimal funding but generate strong community engagement. Streamlining Permits and Support Municipalities can play a key role by making it easier for others to take action. Simplifying the permitting process for temporary uses— like sidewalk cafés, pop-up shops, or special events—can remove barriers for small businesses and community groups. Offering small grants, technical assistance, or promotional support can further empower local stakeholders to contribute to revitalization efforts.

Below is a list of top 10 actions that can be implemented immediately to improve the study area and build momentum for long-term transformation. Encourage private property owners to connect existing exterior cameras to the Police Department’s monitoring system. Identify gaps in monitoring where crime is common. (See Recommendation 3.9 for more information.) Submit 2-3 street segments (1,300 feet minimum length) to the anticipated 2025 Neighborhood Traffic Management Program (apply here) Hold a Safe Routes to School demonstration project in the study area, such as an organized commute to school via an existing greenway. 1 2 3 Top 10 Things To Do Right Now! Prune wooded areas on the edges of park properties to match recognized Crime Prvention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles to enable better visibility into the park. Work with Creative Greensboro and area artists to leverage Neighborhood Arts programs and public art initatives within the study area for a community-selected art installation. Utilize staff to assess streetlight outages and request repairs from the utility provider. Identify 3-5 streets to install signage prohibiting truck traffic; install signs. Gather a list of community sidewalk, park, and other public infrastructure repair requests and create a summary of their progress. Organize community cleanups. Gather volunteers to clean up parks, streets, and public spaces. Explore opportunities to implement some of the ideas presented in this chapter. 4 5 7 8 9 10

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