Neighbors Helping Neighbor: March 2016

Neighbors helping Neighbors: Wednesday, March 23, 2016
by Ward Jennings

Today Dreamland Villa had 20 neighbors gathered at 8:00 a.m. to cut back trees, clean up weeds and make a difference in the appearance of the neighborhood.   The before and after pictures of 6306 E Des Moines and 6330 Des Moines show the story better than words.

At 6330 E Des Moines, the brush was so thick you could not see the front of the house.  Upon arrival this morning, we found the rear and front doors open.  Apparently squatters had been living in the house.  We found dishes in the sink.  The sink had been empty when the mother left to visit her son in Texas.  Now you can see the front of the house.  We even replaced a broken bathroom window.  If there is an unauthorized return, it will be much easier to detect and invite MCSO to assist.  

We generated a large amount of tree trimmings and weeds.   Our dumpsters were full, so we could not dispose of everything.  A landscaper wants $400 to remove the brush pile.  Is anyone willing to contribute $$$ for the removal of the pile of brush?  If so, please send your check payable to DVCC, 320 N 55th Place, Mesa, AZ 85205.