Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry today announced the final two Block-by-Block Neighborhood Cleanup events of 2025, emphasizing not just beautification efforts, but direct engagement between residents and city services.
The first of the two events will take place on Friday, September 12, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the Stringtown Neighborhood, in partnership with the United Way Day of Caring. The second will follow on Friday, October 24, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. in the Howell Neighborhood.
These cleanups mark the last two in a series of seven held this year (an eighth event, originally scheduled for April, was canceled due to rain.)
Dates and neighborhoods for the 2026 Block-by-Block program will be announced at a later time.
Each event brings together city workers, volunteers, and neighborhood residents to fill potholes, re-stripe streets, mow lawns, trim trees, and pick up litter … but it also offers much more. Police officers, firefighters, and representatives from various city departments will be present, providing information and support on a wide range of services many residents may not know they’re eligible for, including housing assistance, youth programming, public safety initiatives, and neighborhood resources.
“From day one, this administration has worked to ensure every neighborhood feels seen, heard, and supported,” said Mayor Terry. “Block-by-Block isn’t just about cleaning up; it’s about showing up. These events give us the opportunity to meet residents where they are, listen to what they need, and connect them directly to the city services that can improve their quality of life.”
Launched in 2024, Block-by-Block has grown into a signature initiative under Mayor Terry’s Neighborhood Revitalization agenda, prioritizing engagement in the delivery of city services. Neighborhoods selected for cleanup are identified using data from city departments such as the Building Commission and Evansville Police Department to ensure resources go where they are needed most.
Residents interested in volunteering at the September event, please sign up at www.unitedwayswi.org; those interested in volunteering for the October event in the Howell Neighborhood, please sign up atwww.evansvillegov.org/block.
