Lead Your Block

See how Block Captains are making a difference. 

What Do Block Captains Do?

As a Block Captain, you are the one who unites your neighborhood. Together, you can build a vision for a clean and beautiful block. Here are some tips for getting started:

• Sweep walks and gutters.
• Plant flowers on the block, in yards, in window boxes, in sidewalk urns, and around the base of street trees.
• Maintain and paint abandoned houses.
• Plant new street trees.
• Install decorative security lights.
• Hang flags or pennants.
• Paint curbs.
• Help neighbors paint and renovate.
• Scrub steps.
• Organize block parties.
• Coordinate activities for children.
• Install and maintain block litter baskets.
• Remind neighbors of trash and recycling collection days and material guidelines.

How to Get Started

If you and your neighbors want a clean block, you can organize to make it happen. Here’s how:

• Sign up below or contact PMBC at (215) 685-3981 to receive a petition in the mail.
• Circulate the petition among your neighbors to elect a Block Captain. You will need 51% of the residents on your block to sign the petition—one (1) adult signature per household.
• Organize a meeting to elect officers—Block Captain, Block Co-Captain, Secretary, Treasurer, etc.
• Mail your completed petition to PMBC—a Clean Block Officer will contact you soon to help you get started.