🧱 Neighbor vs. Blight: The Sign on Fletcher

Miss Peacock
Jul 18
2 min read

Updated: Jul 22

Safe streets start with clean blocks.

✍🏾📝 The Story

In 2023, a neighbor on Fletcher Street did what many residents in Lake Como dream of doing—she spoke up.

She approached a longtime resident and property owner about the trash piles he and his renters were dumping throughout the month. These weren't just occasional violations—they were a persistent, unsightly nuisance that degraded the entire block.

But instead of hearing her out, he retaliated.

He erected a sign in his yard: “No Dumping Ol’ Mess Broad, Inc.”

It was personal. It was mean. It was public.

For nearly two years, this woman had to live with that sign. She went to work. Came home. Passed it every day in every season—facing a bold and degrading message on her own street. She reported it to the city. Nothing happened.

That is, until this week.

At the urging of KLCB’s founder, Peacock Taylor she submitted a fresh report through the MyFW App. And in just 24 hours, the City of Fort Worth’s Graffiti Abatement Team painted over the offensive parts of the sign.

✅ Victory.

💥 Dignity restored.

🌱 A message sent.

🎯 The Bigger Picture

This isn’t just about one sign.

It’s about what happens when neighbors demand better—and others try to silence them. This is common in Lake Como. Too often, when one resident takes pride in the block, another defends the blight.

And if that resident is new to the neighborhood? The pushback is even harsher.

KLCB exists for moments like this.

We don’t just clean blocks. We stand with residents who want to see their street thrive.

We believe in accountability, not retaliation.

Empowerment, not intimidation.

📲 Want to Take Action Like She Did?

🧱 KLCB Block Breakdown

A tool for residents, by residents. The KLCB Block Breakdown helps us grade blocks A–F using community-powered assessments of:

1️⃣ Cleanliness & Property Maintenance

Litter, dumping, overgrown grass, abandoned items, clean sidewalks?

2️⃣ Housing & Structural Condition

Homes in good repair? Fences, driveways maintained? Vacant structures secure?

3️⃣ Safety & Crime Prevention

Well-lit alleys? Visible pathways? Hiding spots or graffiti present?

4️⃣ Streets & Infrastructure

Are streets, sidewalks, signage, and lighting functional?

5️⃣ Community Engagement & Curb Appeal

Signs of pride? Painted address numbers, porches in use, flags, gardens?

Whether you’re a homeowner, a renter, or a volunteer, you can help document conditions and drive neighborhood pride.

🗓️ Results are shared live every Thursday at 10 AM during Office Hours.

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📝 Already Reported It—But Nothing Happened?

Introducing the KLCB Resolve Project

If you've reported an issue to Code, Police, or the City—**and nothing’s changed—**this tool is for you. Submit an escalation intake form and KLCB will follow up with the department on your behalf.

Let’s get your voice out of the inbox—and into action.

🔗 Submit your case: https://bit.ly/ResolveProject