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Neighborhood Improvement/Beautification Committee

Neighborhood Improvement Committee (NIC) — Mission

The Neighborhood Improvement Committee (NIC) works to enhance and maintain the physical environment of Old Town Triangle—its open spaces, green areas, sidewalks, parkways, and streetscapes—while responding to the evolving needs of our community in alignment with OTTA’s goals.

NIC identifies neighborhood priorities and infrastructure opportunities, collaborates with public and private partners, and leads projects that strengthen Old Town’s beauty, accessibility, and livability.

Our work includes:

  • Maintaining refuse containers, pocket parks, landscaped areas, and community flower displays
  • Supporting residents with parkway tree replacement, pruning, and seasonal safety maintenance
  • Managing the Brick Repair and Replacement Program to preserve Old Town’s historic streetscape
  • Improving accessibility across streets, structures, and activities, and promoting awareness of disability needs

Through these efforts, NIC helps preserve Old Town’s unique character while creating a welcoming, inclusive neighborhood for all.

Chair: Kim Thorstenson

Members: Laura Becker, Shel Beugen,Trigg Thorstenson, Sherry Smith, Ken Smith, Corinne Svoboda, Michael Warnick, Alan Lougee, Jennifer Knapp. Craig Knapp, Laura Meyers, Bill Deakin, Leah Marshall, Aneta Tomaszkiewicz

Contact: nic@oldtowntriangle.com

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