By FRANCES BRENT
PEBG, “People of Engagement Bowling Green,” a non-partisan grass roots group has been meeting at the Simpson Building every third Wednesday to listen, learn and discuss in a open public forums. Their vision is to help citizens impact the community in a positive way through the sharing of ideas, concerns, information. To that end public officials, including Mayor Edwards, have shared city procedures, challenges and long term projects.
This Wednesday organizers Ginny Stewart and Lori Young sought guidance from the group in finding action focus, both immediate and long term.
Previous expressed concerns involved East side properties, particularly rental properties in terms of upkeep and renter health and safety. How trash cans be better managed for aesthetics and sanitation was debated as a practical action item.
Recent council discussion of the Wooster and Church Green Space as a possible City Building site caused consternation as many thought it a settled matter. It was decided to solicit a professionally designed survey to determine actual public sentiment.
Other listed topics and concerns: Complete streets, high-speed wi-fi, sustainability, schools fully supporting students living under the poverty line and getting younger citizens involved in civic activities.
The February agenda will feature study of East side property characteristics and possible actions and continued discussion of Church and Wooster corner.
