"Bringing Unity to the Community"

The name Brook Oaks was chosen for the Neighborhood Association to honor the old landmark Brook Avenue Elementary School (which was rebuilt in 1999 and serves our neighborhood once again) and the numerous stately Oak Trees still growing within the neighborhood and providing shelter, shade and a sense of the rich history.

Brook Oaks Neighborhood Association General Body Meetings

4th Tuesday of every month
Dewey Recreation Center,
925 N. 9th Street, 6:00 p.m.

History & Purpose

The history of Brook Oaks Neighborhood Association dates back to February 20, 1993 when the association formally adopted bylaws approved by the community members.

The purpose of the association, as defined by the bylaws, is to unite and organize the community; to promote and establish closer neighborhood ties; and to encourage and assist in the restoration, preservation, and improvement of the neighborhood.

Our Goals

• To eradicate crime and drugs by working with the Police and our neighbors to make our neighborhood safer (because it's everyone's responsibility.)
• To educate our community on code enforcement and housing issues. T
• o support affordable housing efforts in our area (Habitat, Waco CDC, Neighborworks Waco, EDC Homes, City of Waco)
• To promote positive youth programs and activities.
• To get stray animals off our streets.
• To support education of our youth by supporting our neighborhood schools - Brook Avenue elementary & West Avenue elementary.

BONA Board Members 2006-2007:

Robert N. Jackson , President
Sammy Smith, Vice President
Elsie Watson, Treasurer
Curt Moore, Public Relations

Brook Oaks Neighborhood Association was the winner of National Night Out Against Crime 3 years in a row.

Membership

Brook Oaks Neighborhood Association is always looking for more good members. If you are interesting in becoming a member, please contact:

President Robert Jackson , 755-7972
Brook Oaks Neighborhood Assoc.
2000 N. 7th Street
Waco, Texas 76708

Accomplishments

Dewey Park Upgrades & Youth Activities: 2003-2004:

• new splash park & playground equipment ($140,000 project)
• 2001: outdoor basketball court, walking trail, lighting and pavilion improvements ($225,000 Project
• BONA continues to co-sponsor several programs for youth in the neighborhood in conjunction with Dewey Recreation

Crime Prevention:

• Winner -National Night Out Against Crime for best participation, 3 years in a row.
• Annual National Night Out Party; 1st Tuesday night in August, Dewey Park

Improved Housing:

• More than 45 new homes have been constructed in Brook Oaks since 1993; and dozens of home rehabs and renovations (data from Waco Habitat for Humanity, EDC Homes, Neighborworks Waco & City of Waco)
• BONA sponsored Baylor's First Step project to help paint houses in the neighborhood.
• President Bush helped build a Habitat House in Brook Oaks for “World Leader's Build.”
• BONA partnered with Habitat for Humanity and the City of Waco's in 1999 for “Raise the Roof” Project - building a house in a week.