Neighborhood Associations

Near South Neighborhood Association's bi-annual Home Tour, May 8, 2011

Lincoln has many neighborhoods, some of which are organized into associations. Although neighborhood associations are not a part of City government, they are much appreciated and respected by City staff. The commitment and involvement of neighborhood association members are key factors in the vitality of both their neighborhoods and the city as a whole.

To support that community involvement, a number of resources are supplied by the City:

• Neighborhood Association Contact List: A listing of neighborhood association presidents or contacts — City staff relies on notification by the neighborhoods to keep this list current and accurate.
• Neighborhood Association Map: A map that shows the boundaries identified by the neighborhood associations. Again, notification of any changes is appreciated!
• Neighborhood Association How-To's: A booklet compiled from several sources with advice on forming and keeping neighborhood associations active.
• Mayor's Neighborhood Roundtable: The current agenda and past meeting summaries of the Mayor's monthly meeting with neighborhood associations.
• Action Center Service Request: Neighborhood residents can report a non-emergency problem or request a City service online. If they choose to log in, they can also track the response to their request.
• Neighborhood Hotline: Alternatively, non-emergency problems or requests can be reported using the Neighborhood Hotline: 402-441-6300. Messages left on the Neighborhood Hotline are attended to weekly and referred to the appropriate department or agency through the Action Center system.
• Community Art: The combination of grassroots participation and the use of images that speak to local culture and history make Community Art a powerful statement of community identity, pride, and ownership. Proposals for Community Art are considered on a case-by-case basis. Local examples include building murals and painted streets. Inspirations from across the Web include:
  • Paint the Pavement, St. Paul, MN - visit their gallery
  • City Repair, Portland, OR
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Long Beach, CA
  In Lincoln, a permit is required to paint a street.

Homeowners Associations

Often members of homeowner associations want to be included in the listing of Neighborhood Associations. This listing only includes associations for which membership is voluntary and open to the public - including both owners and renters. For homeowners associations, membership is required as part of the purchase of a home and limited to those who are property owners.

Because homeowners associations are typically incorporated, their contact information can usually be found on the Nebrasa Secretary of State's Web site by using the Corporate Search option. In addition, the Planning Department maintains a list of homeowners associations which voluntarily share their contact information. This is NOT a complete list of Lincoln's homeowner associations.