Laurel District Association News

by Maureen Dorsey

The LDA has hired First Building Maintenance to service the public rights of way to help keep the area attractive. This is in addition to the city's public-work services and the businesses keeping their storefronts clean. We will have First Building steam clean the sidewalks monthly and the crosswalks quarterly so all the investment in improving the physical appearance of the portion of MacArthur Blvd is enhanced.

Events to watch for will be an Easter Egg hunt on April 8, at 11 a.m., at Laurel Elementary School. Participants need only be between four and 11 years old and do not have to attend the school. Our merchants will donate prize coupons hidden in eggs. The requisite candy will also be present.

Perhaps we should have our local dentists take names of the children with the biggest bounties!

Kevin Rath is forming a committee to brainstorm what artistic identity the community would like to see in our area. Items will include, but not be limited to, murals, street decorations, planters, and landscaping ideas. Contact him at 499-6136 for more information.