Josh Kramer revitalized his engagement in the Trinidad neighborhood by attending local Advisory Neighborhood Commission meetings and sharing his experiences through cartoon sketches. This creative outlet led to a blog and a community-focused website, now supplemented by a Facebook group of around 240 members. Despite pandemic challenges, informal community initiatives, like block parties and a new farmers market, have emerged. Kramer's insights reflect a desire for a revitalized community spirit following past burnout among local volunteers, aiming to strengthen social connections and neighborhood stability.
Kramer noted the challenges faced by community organizers: "I think it's a story that is pretty common, where there's people volunteering their time, and then they kind of get burnt out."
The pandemic shifted community engagement, as Kramer reflected: "Meeting on Zoom took the fun out of the exercise," emphasizing how in-person interactions enriched his neighborhood involvement.
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