A Brief History

The Federal Hill South Neighborhood Association (FHSNA) is a local unincorporated organization under Maryland law. A non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, FHSNA was created to promote and protect the common interests of the residents and property owners in the Federal Hill South community. FHSNA serves the neighborhood bounded by Light Street, Cross Street, Covington Street and Fort Avenue.

FHSNA was formed in 1993 by concerned members of the community who had a common goal of bettering their neighborhood and addressing concerns together. It was formed as a very loose association and became more organized in 1999, when the group revised its bylaws and began collecting dues from members. All of the efforts of FHSNA are implemented through grants, membership dues collections, fundraising events, and the hard work of many volunteers. FHSNA's activities are coordinated by a Board of Directors, and does not have any paid staff.

As stated in our Articles of Association, FHSNA's primary purposes are:

• To preserve and enhance the quality of life of neighborhood residents

• To promote community safety

• To promote and facilitate the responsibility of residents in the upkeep of the neighborhood

• To educate residents about services, programs, or opportunities that can improve their lives and the health of the community

• To deter juvenile delinquency and promote creative and educational achievement among the youth of the community

• To promote cooperation and coordination among community organizations, and between community organizations and individuals, government agencies, and the business community, in meeting the needs of residents for community services and facilities.

FHSNA utilizes standing committees, comprised of neighbor volunteers, to achieve these goals. A free newsletter is distributed ten times per year to all residents within the neighborhood boundaries.

Join the Federal Hill South Neighborhood Association!

Membership in the Federal Hill South Neighborhood Association is open to all persons of legal age residing, owning property, or operating a business within the community's boundaries.

Why join FHSNA?

• Members are able to vote on key neighborhood matters brought before the FHSNA. In the recent past, FHSNA has voted on important topics ranging from development of a Ritz-Carlton to a proposed application for an off-leash dog park.
• FHSNA organizes valuable programs that benefit all neighbors, including beautification efforts, crime awareness and prevention programs, permit parking signups, and trash eradication programs. Your membership dues partly defray the costs associated with these programs.
• Help us pay for the information-packed newsletter which is distributed free of charge to all residents within our boundaries.
• It's an incredible return on your investment! We supply FREE food and drinks at all of our neighborhood meetings, so you can readily recoup your membershipdues by dining at just one meeting!!!
• Meet new friends!
• Work with your neighbors to improve your community and enhance your property values.

Since FHSNA is a 501(c)(3) organization, your dues may be tax-deductible. Please consult your tax advisor for more information.

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