Wildwood Civic League

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Neighborhood Organization Name:		Wildwood Civic League
Meeting Information:		1st Thursday March, August, Sept, Nov, Dec at 7:00 p.m., Thrasher Park Center, 930 Gus Nicks Blvd NE
Main Contact:		Ms. Barbara Cochran - President
Mailing Address:		3202 Richard Avenue NE Roanoke, VA 24012
* Phone Number:		(540) 342-1959
E-Mail Address:		marishak@verizon.net

The Wildwood Civic League neighborhood includes the 460 East area including Idlewild Park, Kenwood, Vineyard Gardens, East Gate and Jackson Park areas of Roanoke. The undulating terrain of the neighborhood contributes to the rural character of this neighborhood that many residents have cited as one of the greatest attributes of the area. Despite a considerable amount of commercial development and increased traffic levels in recent years, residents continue to describe their neighborhood as quiet and removed from the urban environment of the City, yet with the convenience of the City not far away. The neighborhood has a wide array of land uses including two golfcourse/country clubs, Thrasher Park - an almost 22 acre site popular for picnics and recreation, industrial districts including the Roanoke Center for Industry and Technology (RCIT), Enterprise Zones, single family subdivisions including some of the newest construction in the City, and numerous commercial establishments.

Established in 1934, it is one of the oldest civic organizations in the USA
Devoted to the promotion of civic improvement and community awareness.
Has been instrumental in numerous accomplishments, including the construction of the firehouse on Mecca Street and the development of Thrasher Park.
Monthly meetings often feature a speaker addressing a topic of relevance to the neighborhood.
Neighborhood watch.
Participates in National Night Out.
Annual picnic.
Welcomes the interest and support of all neighborhood residents.
Actively represents the neighborhood on various city committees.
Volunteer opportunities.
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