Inglewood Award Is Well-Deserved

As a longtime resident of Inglewood, I too am proud of the All-America City Award, despite its critics (Times, July 7). Yes, it is unfortunate that apparently this award was mainly given on the crime prevention programs established by the city. The prevention of crime is foremost on people’s minds everywhere and Inglewood is no exception.

Let me assure you, however, that there are many other worthwhile programs and activities in this city to qualify us as All-American: Inglewood Women’s Beautification Assn., which, in cooperation with block clubs and individuals, is planting and maintaining flower beds three times a year all throughout the city; the annual Community Recognition Dinner; the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. festivities and the Memorial Day service; Fourth of July “Picnic in the Park”; Inglewood Playhouse; Sister City program; the excellent recreation facilities in all the parks; Inglewood Neighborhood Housing Service, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the housing and living conditions in their neighborhood, just to name a few. Citizens are participating on many levels and aspects of city life and determined to make a difference. Last but not least, as also noted in your paper, the interracial harmony we all enjoy. Inglewood is truly a dynamic and vibrant place to live. Let no one tell you otherwise!

It is too bad that there are always critics gnawing and biting at the heels of success. Nevertheless, these folks are also a part of the whole experience that makes an All-America City.

HERMANN FAE

Inglewood