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One neighborhood tries to build enthusiasm for curb appeal

Ellen Abbott
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WRVO News

Residents in one Syracuse neighborhood are sprucing up their homes this spring with an extra incentive in mind

The Eastwood Neighborhood Association once again is recognizing homeowners who put in a little extra time and effort to beautify their home.  

Resident Minch Lewis says the Eastwood Neighborhood Curb Appeal Contest goes a long way to improve the quality of life in the neighborhood that anchors the east side of the city of Syracuse.

“This is a walkable neighborhood. James Street is really beautiful now, and these residential neighborhoods are all linked to that.  And the quality of life in a walkable neighborhood is dependent on how people maintain their property. It makes a real difference. It’s a pleasure to walk down these streets,” Lewis said.

Lewis says in the end the all the neighbors win.

“This is a tremendous neighborhood, where families can sink roots, and that’s the whole idea of sustainability. Families live here actually for generations.”

This is the third year in a row that Eastwood has highlighted the most well cared-for home. Anyone can nominate a home for the contest.  Prizes for winners include gift certificates for home improvement projects or supplies.

Ellen produces news reports and features related to events that occur in the greater Syracuse area and throughout Onondaga County. Her reports are heard regularly in regional updates in Morning Edition and All Things Considered.