As Watauga Democrat reported, the Town of Boone is officially launching the Good Neighbor Program designed specifically for town neighborhoods. According to the details provided regarding this municipal initiative, the newly introduced Good Neighbor Program by the Town of Boone officially replaces former Neighborhood Conservation Districts that previously existed in the area.
In a substantial outreach effort to ensure that local residents and property owners are fully aware of the transition and the details of the new program, the Town of Boone mailed roughly 2,500 informational booklets directly to property owners. Furthermore, the engagement strategy by the Town of Boone extends beyond printed materials, as the town plans to host two spring socials and two fall socials to bring the community together.
Brandon Wise serves as Deputy Director of Planning and Inspections for the Town of Boone. Explaining the operational philosophy and the proactive mindset behind the newly established Good Neighbor Program, Brandon Wise told Watauga Democrat, "don’t have to wait for that issue to build up."
Brandon Wise, speaking further on the intentions of the Town of Boone and how residents should view the town's role under the Good Neighbor Program, also told Watauga Democrat, "We’re not actively trying to hold them down or just get them in trouble."
