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In addition to joining IDO, there are many ways you can take an active role in promoting positive growth in the Irvington community. From Communications to Fundraising, we offer a variety of committees that are looking for committed volunteers who want to focus on a specific aspect of community development. Please contact Corridor Director Amandula Henry or the relevant committee chair if you have questions or want to join one of these groups. We'd love to have you!

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FOCUS Initiative

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Do you have a background in or want to learn more about marketing, business development or community building? If so, Irvington's FOCUS Corridor Director can use you! Equipped with a toolkit of resources and grants to help revitalize our business district, Corridor Director Amandula Henry would love to be able to apply your skills to the many different projects she is involved with that focus on recruiting and retaining appropriate and thriving local businesses.
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Irvington Green Initiative

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Do you have a passion for environmental issues, and do you like to collaborate with likeminded people? The newly formed Irvington Green Initiative Committee is seeking committed people who can help implement our vision of a sustainable urban neighborhood. Maybe you know a lot about native plantings, or you are good at event planning, or you just have an interest in environmentally friendly practices. Whatever skills you can bring to the table, your energy and commitment are welcome.
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Communications Committee

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Do you have a background in journalism or writing or are you handy with a camera? Do you like to participate in community events and enjoy sharing what you learn with others? As the newest IDO committee, we have a lot of projects we'd like to tackle to spread the word about the work IDO is doing, and we're looking for a team who is committed and can contribute on a regular or semi-regular basis. Among other things, we're seeking volunteers who want to cover stories for our monthly e-newsletter, write press releases and e-mail blasts about IDO events and projects and, in 2008, launch a print newsletter that will be delivered to Irvington homes and businesses.
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Membership Committee

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Is relationship building up your alley or do you simply know a lot of people who live in Irvington or have a soft spot for the community? Increasing IDO membership is critical to the operational success and sustainability of our organization. Our current goals include reaching out to every household and business in Irvington in order to build a community wide team of supporters who will keep economic development at the forefront. You can help by becoming part of the committee that recruits new members and builds the lasting relationships that will be so important to IDO's future.
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Fundraising Committee

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Do you have a background in public philanthropy or are you fearless when it comes to asking for donations to a worthwhile cause? Then this is the perfect committee for you! We are currently working hand in hand with the Washington Streetscape Steering Committee and other IDO members to raise money from individuals, businesses and organizations for the Washington Corridor Streetscape Project. While we have made much progress toward our goal of $300,000 for the first phase, we still have to raise a lot of money to be ready to break ground in the fall of 2008. Join us and help make a difference as you identify and connect generous donors to this important project.
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Washington Streetscape Steering Committee

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Do you have design or project management experience or does having a direct impact on economic development meet your desire to give back? If so, please consider joining this committee to help ensure the success of the Historic Irvington Business District. We are currently overseeing decisions associated with the overall design and implementation of the first phase of Irvington's $1.3 million Washington Corridor Streetscape Project, which will span from Irvington Avenue to Bolton Avenue. Join us and help to make the Washington Street Corridor more attractive, safe and pedestrian friendly as well as an inviting destination for Irvington families and visitors from others parts of the city to enjoy!
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