Gold Coast Neighbors Association Projects

Gold Coast Neighbors Association is comprised of a number of active committees with on-going projects and areas of responsibility. Members of the Board of Directors chair these committees, which are listed below. Contact us at info@goldcoastneighbors.org if you would like to volunteer.

Beautification Committee

Maintenance stage for the beautification of Goudy Park Parkways
Flower plantings at various mail boxes throughout the neighborhood
Beautification Awards
Effort to secure additional wrought iron waste cans for the neighborhood

Echoes, Spring Benefit, Committee

Plans the annual spring fundraiser held at different historical locals throughout the neighborhood
Volunteer at this cocktail reception, which allows members and neighbors to gather at historic venues and learn of their significance

Evening on Astor, Annual Block Party, Committee

Plans Evening on Astor, the annual block party, hosted by our organization since 1982
Volunteer to secure raffle prizes, distribute flyers, sell tickets, help with set-up or takedown on the day of the event or coordinate our student helpers

History and Education Committees

Researches the history of the neighborhood streets, structures and people for inclusion in newsletters and website articles

Membership Committee

Focuses on membership drives and mailings

Outreach Committee

Researches organizations within our area that have compatible missions with ours for possible donations

Police and Streets Committee

Liaison with the 18th District Police Station
Liaison with Chicago’s Alternative Policing Strategy (CAPS)
Monitors Permit Parking and Rodent Program

Public Relations Committee

Publicity and News Coverage for our Association
Website content and updates

Zoning Committee

Attends City of Chicago zoning and planning meetings
Liaison to Near North Preservation Council
Monitors activity in the neighborhood, including signage and fencing
Reviews proposed projects in the area for the Landmark Commission of Chicago