Your town council is facing budget, cuts, and cannot afford to pay for landscaping in the town parks. How could you work within your own community to help the local government solve this problem?

Question

A you can email Ohio congressional delegation the members of the house of representatives and US senators to inform them of this issue
B you could organize a group of your neighbors to volunteer for weekly park maintenance
C you could request that governor give your town state funds for park maintenance
D you could run for a seat in Ohio General assembly with a promise to increase funding for parks around the state

Answer 1

E. You could organize a fundraising campaign within the community to raise money specifically for landscaping in the town parks. This could involve hosting events, setting up donation stations, reaching out to local businesses for sponsorship, and utilizing social media to spread awareness and encourage donations.

F. You could reach out to local landscaping companies or nurseries to see if they would be willing to donate materials or services to help with the maintenance of the parks.

G. You could also look into applying for grants or funding opportunities from non-profit organizations or foundations that support environmental conservation and community beautification projects.

H. You could collaborate with other community organizations, schools, or local clubs to organize a community clean-up day or gardening event in the parks to help beautify the space and show support for the maintenance and upkeep of the parks.