Age, race, religion and income have no bearing on it. In fact, the more diversity we can bring to it, the better. I’m referring to Community Involvement. That is a simple term that has a broad meaning. And most likely, means a lot of different things to a lot of different people.

The bottom line is this: to have a thriving community that prospers, where commerce booms and citizens become tighter knit, people have to be involved. It might be church involvement, little league or recreational sports. Perhaps participating in activities on the Covington Square like concerts or the numerous holiday events we have. Volunteering might be one of the most important forms of community involvement. Volunteering at a church during a food drive or a back-to-school activity are obviously worthy causes.

What about civic involvement? When is the last time you attended a City Council meeting? You have a standing invitation to come. Did you vote during the last election? How about volunteering on a committee that interests you. You can get involved in that by contacting your council member or myself.

Further, I’m optimistic that together we can create a way to get all citizens involved at a level and a consistency that fosters a powerful community movement that has a common goal. That goal is to make our city the number one place to live, work and create in the state of Southeast.