Arch Street

Volunteer Leader(s):

Evelyn Rodriguez
203-494-1462
evelyngrodriguez@sbcglobal.net

Abdias Rodriguez
2036274342
(Volunteer Profile)

Neighborhood: Hill

Type of Site: Vacant Lot

Address: 43 ARCH ST, New Haven, CT, 06519

Intern(s):

Camilla Ledezma (2024)

Spencer Greenfield (2023)

Molly Johnson (2022)

Carlos Velazquez (2021)

Gabe LePage (2020)

Photo Gallery

Group leader Cindy cutting down overgrowth in the center of the Arch Street lot

Cindy stands with a hose watering some shrubs

2024 Greenspace Report

The Arch Street community has been stewarding this Greenspace for over 25 years! This season, the group worked to plant over a dozen flowering perennials in their center garden to add new colors to the space. They also worked to cut back shrubs and trees to improve sight lines into the park. Arch Street residents show an inspiring dedication to this Greenspace; even when they cannot make a workday time due to work or family commitments, they consistently lend a hand to group leader Cindy by working at the site in shifts. The Arch Street community partakes in a culture of care for the plants in their space and for each other.

2024 Accomplishments

1 shrubs planted (1 spirea)
19 perennials planted (6 hostas, 7 daylilies, 3 coralbells, 2 liriope, 1 coreopsis)
5 events
2 volunteers
10 volunteer hours

Annual Reports

Greenspace Log

08/02/2024

On our final workday together, Cindy and I did some weeding and tree pruning in the park. We reflected on the season, celebrating this summer's achievements (a beautifully designed central garden, for example) and discussing plans for future Greenspace summers. Cindy called attention to the work of other Arch Street volunteers, who dedicate their time to the park when they can, despite other life commitments. They work to keep the space safe and inviting to their neighbors; this dedication is a testament to the strength of the Arch Street community!

Maintenance

07/19/2024

This week, Cindy and her neighbors worked together to plant 14 perennials in the center and side gardens at the site. This group works throughout the week, when neighbors are able to come out and help, coordinating through a neighborhood group chat. Their coordination and passion for the work is inspiring! If you'd like to pitch in as the group works to meet their goals for the space, please join our workdays on Fridays 4pm!

Planting

07/12/2024

Cindy and her neighbors collaborated to plant 9 perennials this week, working together to water them regularly and steward the park space. This has been amazing to witness, as the Arch Street community, solely in their capacity as volunteers, is determined to continue maintaining and beautifying this space for the neighborhood. Please join us to work at the site, Fridays at 4pm!

Planting

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