May smith: a tight-knit community with plenty to offer By Stephanie Wilder

May Smith is a 50-year resident of the Old L. Richardson neighborhood and she currently serves as the Vice President of the Old L. Richardson Neighborhood Association.

What's the best thing about Old l. richardson?

May expressed to us that the best thing about her neighborhood is how family oriented it is. She says that all generations live here and that and everyone in the community knows and looks out for each other.

What are the fun activities or attractions in your community?

May mentioned that her and her neighbors have a friendly gardening competition throughout the neighborhood that encourages others to upkeep their yards. Along with gardening she also divulged that she is excited for the new community center as she thinks that it will bring many new activities for all age groups

who are the people making a positive impact in your community?

May says that the increased police presence in her community has made a big difference in her and her neighbors attitudes towards their safety and well-being

what small or big things are happening in your community?

May couldn't help but contain her excitement for the new community center and how it will bring new activities and opportunities to Old L. Richardson while simultaneously bringing attention to he overlooked parts of her community

WHAT IS THE FUTURE OUTLOOK OF YOUR COMMUNITY? WHAT DOES YOUR COMMUNITY NEED?

May expressed that she thinks the outlook of her community is positive as the younger crowd is returning to the community to stay and raise their families. May also acknowledged that while the community is doing better compared to the past, Old L. Richardson still needs support as she feels like people have forgotten about them.