Volume VI | September 2020
Millersville Musings
A note from Board President Amy Hammes
Hi, neighbor!
There are so many ways you can invest in our shared community, whether it’s picking up litter, patronizing our local businesses, or keeping your yard looking good. You are also investing in our community through the ballot box! While the news is dominated by federal politics, local elections matter, from city and state officials to judicial and school board representatives.

Do you know how many elected officials we have representing our best interests? The Millersville community has four City County Councilors, three State Representatives, and three State Senators – that’s a lot of decision-makers who shape our locality.
 
Your vote matters here in Millersville, and we want to show you how simple it is to exercise your right. First, are you registered to vote? The deadline is THIS MONDAY, OCT 5th. Do you know what your options for voting are? Where and when you can vote early? We can point you in the right direction. Check out our "make it easy for me" guide!

So no matter how you vote or who you plan to vote for, 1) check your registration, 2) make a plan for voting, and 3) vote!

We appreciate your investment in our community!
"Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in."
Millersville Matters
Don't miss what's happening around the neighborhood!
We're going to be LIVE on Faceboook Thursday, October 1 around 5:00 PM with Indianapolis Parks Foundation at the end of their bike ride along Fall Creek Trail.
MILLERSVILLE NEIGHBORS IN ACTION AT OUR QUICK HITTER LITTER CLEANUPS
We are so lucky to have a great and growing group of neighbors who join us for our Quick Hitter Litter Clean Up every third Saturday of the month. It's a safe, easy way to give back to our community and stretch your legs on a beautiful fall morning. Want to get a reminder email of the next clean up? Contact our fearless litter pick up leader, Phyllis Starks at starksphyllis@yahoo.com
THE NEW FALL CREEK TRAIL IS FINISHED!
BIG THANKS to Indy Department of Public Works (DPW) and Indy Parks Department for the hard work and funding that went into rehabilitating our stretch of Fall Creek Trail. Safer and more popular than ever, this is a picture of the improved section under 56th street.

GLENDALE BRANCH IS MOVING AND NEEDS YOUR INPUT
Our local branch of the Indianapolis Public Library is getting a new home in the former John Strange Elementary School on 62nd Street. How exciting!

Glendale is looking for your input via a survey for what you'd like to see happen at the new branch. Click here to complete the survey and learn about upcoming informational meetings- Your opinion matters!
DO YOU KNOW ROW?

Reconnecting to Our Waterways (ROW) is a collective-impact initiative focused on promoting the vitality of Indianapolis' waterways. We have been active participants on the Fall Creek Committee for several years and continue to attend monthly meetings to represent the interests of our community. Here's Amy Hammes (center) and fellow board member Melinda Hall (far right) at the September meeting showcasing the beautiful banks of Fall Creek in Millersville and sharing information on our beautification efforts.
Upcoming Events
Here's your chance to get involved!
FALL PLANTING AND CLEAN UP
No green thumb needed - just lend us a hand! WE NEED YOU!

Please join us Saturday, October 17 at 9 AM at the Art Plaza / Preserve along Fall Creek Trail behind Walmart for our fall planting and clean up. It will be COVID-safe and fun!
“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.”
Millersville Village:
Business District
THANK YOU for SHOPPING LOCALLY
Look no further than our updated Millersville Village Business Directory for goods and services right here in our community! We are grateful for the ways in which our Millersville businesses have adapted to the modifications necessary to remain open through this long and difficult time.
HaLlOwEeN OpEn HOuSe
Our neighbors at Pretty Funny Balloons are hosting their 3rd annual awesome Halloween Open House at their home/studio (also the old General Store). Stop by to get you and your family in the Halloween spirit!

THIS SUNDAY
October 4
2 PM - 8 PM
"Come enjoy our haunted balloon studio and our most elaborate decorations yet! Free food, balloons and glitter tattoos! We'll be cooking and gathering outside for socially distanced and responsible fun. Open to everyone! Be sure to bring a mask to go inside. Free gift for those who come in costume." 5422 Millersville Road, Indy 46226
Got a few minutes during your next HOA meeting?
Big thanks to Boardwalk and the Masonic Lodge for inviting us to speak at their events. Amy would love to attend your next HOA or neighborhood meeting, either in person or virtually, to tell you about all the great things we're up to in the community! Email millersvilleboard@gmail.com to set up a date.
We'd love to have you on our team! Check out these volunteer opportunities to make a difference in our community.
Don't have time to volunteer?
Your donation buys native plants, mulch, rock, and more!
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