Alley Clean Up Set for February 15

In the aftermath of a fire over the holidays in the alley that runs east of Barnett St. between Ponce and St. Charles – often the site of homeless encampments – a group of concerned VaHi residents is organizing a clean up of the alley. The nearby Open Door Community that provides assistance to the homeless has been invited to participate in the clean up.

The event is set for Saturday February 15 at 10 AM (rain date is February 22). Volunteers should wear work clothes and bring work gloves and are asked to meet at the Barnett Street entrance to the alley, across from where Maiden Lane starts. Trash bags, other supplies and bottled water will be provided.

Anyone who can help with the clean up is asked to RSVP to Alicia Cardillo at [email protected].