For decades, residents of the West Side neighborhood in Paris, Kentucky suffered from, and objected to, the running of an active transfer station in their neighborhood. In 2019, the Westside Neighborhood Association came together as an intergenerational coalition to make change happen.
Through partnership, collaboration, and community action they successfully worked on an agreement with their local government to shut down the site – creating a pathway to reimagine the space as a vibrant new park and green space. Tune into Groundwork USA’s webinar and listen to the Paris Westside Neighborhood Association tell their story and share how they worked together to create this opportunity. If you’re interested in watching the trailer or short film, check them out below the webinar!
Brownfield revitalization and land reuse projects are incredible opportunities to turn vacant, contaminated properties into thriving community spaces. From parks and urban farms to affordable housing, these projects drive solutions for food security, community resilience, and more.
Getting started can be challenging, but we’re here to help. Explore our Get Curious page to take the first step toward revitalization. Let’s make a difference together!
