Don’t Trash the Past– Honoring History, Building a Better Future
Introduction
Welcome to the "Don’t Trash the Past" campaign, an initiative by Keep Lake Como Beautiful to honor the legacy of our vibrant community while addressing present-day challenges. This year, we invite you to join us in preserving the history of Lake Como and ensuring a cleaner, safer future.
Campaign at a Glance
Why “Don’t Trash the Past”?
This year, Keep Lake Como Beautiful invites you to step into the story of our community with the theme “Don’t Trash the Past.” As we gear up for the Neighborhood Litter Stomp, we're not just cleaning up—we’re preserving the legacy of Lake Como. This theme is a call to action to respect the roots of our vibrant neighborhood by keeping our streets clean and our history alive.
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Jump To... Neighborhood Litter Stomp
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Jump To... Historic Walking Tour of Horne Street
Join us in celebrating the rich heritage of Lake Como through the first Historic Walking Tour of Horne Street, highlighting the landmarks and cultural sites that have shaped our community. Together, we can honor the past, tackle the present challenges, and pave the way for a brighter, cleaner future. Let’s show that we value where we’ve been as much as where we’re going—because Lake Como’s story is worth preserving!
Key Events
Join Lake Como for the Neighborhood Litter Stomp!
Registered by KLCB | In Partnership with the Como Historic Tourism Campaign | Kicking Off the 120th Anniversary Celebration of Lake Como!
Description:
KLCB is excited to announce that we’ve registered the Lake Como neighborhood for the 2024 Neighborhood Litter Stomp, a citywide volunteer cleanup event hosted by Keep Fort Worth Beautiful. The goal? To bring neighbors together to keep our community clean and beautiful! We’re also partnering with the Como Historic Tourism Campaign to kick off the 120th anniversary celebration of Lake Como in 2025.
Explore Lake Como's History at Your Own Pace
Self-Guided Tour | Scan QR Codes for Stories of Our Past, Present, and Future
Description:
Join us on a unique self-guided walking tour! Learn about the landmarks that define the 3000-5000 blocks of Horne Street. You can dive into Lake Como’s rich history and vibrant future. Simply scan the QR codes located at key points along the route to access stories, photos, and videos that bring our community’s journey to life.
Time:
8am- 11am
Date:
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Location:
Como Community Center
4660 Horne Street Fort Worth TX 76107
Campaign Goals
Preserving Our History
Through the Historic Walking Tour of Horne Street, we will highlight the key landmarks and cultural sites that have shaped our neighborhood.
Addressing Present Issues
From litter to speeding concerns and zoning challenges, our community faces real issues today. We will engage residents in open conversations about these problems and work together to find solutions.
Planning for the Future
We’re also looking ahead. The Horne Streetscape Project will transform one of our community’s most important corridors. Help us shape its future by sharing your feedback and ideas.
Campaign Objectives
SMART
Increase participation in the Neighborhood Litter Stomp by 50% through targeted social media campaigns, local press releases, and partnerships with community groups by the event date.
Process
Organize and execute the first Historic Walking Tour of Horne Street, featuring at least five key landmarks and cultural sites, with a minimum of 75 participants.
Impact
Engage 30% of tour participants in discussions about current community concerns and collect actionable feedback for future initiatives.
Future Development
Raise awareness about the Horne Streetscape Project, distribute flyers to 100% of participants, and collect at least 50 survey responses on community priorities.
Past, Present and Future
Past: Celebrating Our Heritage
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Explore the rich history of Lake Como with our guided Historic Walking Tour.
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Landmarks include historic homes, cultural sites, and public spaces that shaped our community.
Present: Addressing Current Issues
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Discuss community concerns such as litter, traffic safety, and short-term rentals (STRs).
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Learn about ongoing efforts to address these challenges and how you can get involved.
Future: Shaping What’s Next
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Help us shape the future of Horne Street by participating in the Horne Streetscape Project feedback sessions.
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Share your vision for what this vital corridor should look like in the years to come.
