ARBOR DISTRICT
Neighborhood Association
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Carbondale, Illinois
The Arbor District watched the
CITY COUNCIL AND MAYOR ELECTION APRIL 4, 2023
The Arbor District Neighborhood Association is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving the historic heritage of the Arbor District and the quality of life of all of its residents. Activities designed to meet this aim may include but not be limited to:
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Seeking special designations to preserve the area and its structures
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Organizing neighborhood clean-ups
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Participating in zoning change negotiations
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Fostering code compliance and enforcement
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Supporting crime prevention measures, and in particular, Neighborhood Watch groups
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Representing neighborhood interests before public bodies
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Helping prevent and mediate disputes
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Maintaining regular communications
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Sponsoring social events
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Fostering mutual assistance especially with the elderly and disabled
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Assisting with emergency and disaster preparedness
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Working with other neighborhood associations to advance mutual interests
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Facilitating political education and participation, but not endorsing political candidates.
WHERE WE ARE
The ARBOR DISTRICT is located in south central Carbondale. It is bounded on the north by W. Main Street (IL Route 13 westbound), on the south by W. Mill Street, on the east by S. University (U.S. 51 southbound), and on the west by Oakland Avenue.