Service Raleigh 2011, interested?

Idea #2: Again with donations of equipment and plants (and possibly a bench), a large volunteer group could work with a landscaper/supervisor to continue improving the land at Norris/Frank/Brookside that was bulldozed for a sewer project. the Norris street side has been a spot for kids to play at the stream and for cars to line up and wait for after-school pick-up. I haven't walked there in a while, but the last time i was there the grassy area had not grown back after the construction work and it seemed bare with no trees compared to the rest of the area. i am not the one who could devise an appropriate landscape design, but I know we've got neighbors with both training and hands-on experience who could lead a group to dig holes and spread mulch. (Submitted by A.H. from East Mordecai)

Idea #3: The playground on Poplar Street is great and looks well-kept. nevertheless, it will always need fresh mulch and sand and could always use a quick evaluation to make sure play equipment and wood tables/boardwalks are in safe condition. i know the city has a department dedicated to parks and recreation, but with a limited budget and staff, they may welcome some extra hands and maybe secure some materials (mulch, shovels, etc). (Submitted by A.H. from East Mordecai).

Idea #4. With the upcoming urban garden, it may or may not be helpful for a large group to pick up debris and clear off the land.

Idea #5: We could always use help with cleaning out the streams that run through Mordecai! (Submitted by M.J. from Historic Mordecai)

Idea #6: Install bus benches as select, under-equipped CAT bus stops. (Submitted by J.Z from Oakdale)