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Lansing is a friendly neighborhood located in the city of Salem, Oregon, in the United States. It's found in the northeast part of Salem. Imagine a map: Lansing is bordered by Silverton Road to the north, Market Street to the south, Hawthorne Avenue to the east, and Evergreen Avenue to the west. It's a place where people live, go to school, and enjoy local parks.

Exploring Lansing

Lansing is more than just streets and houses. It's a community with places for learning and playing.

Parks and Green Spaces

Even in a city, it's great to have green spaces! Lansing has two parks where you can relax or play.

  • East Gate Basin Park is located at 3203 Hawthorne Avenue NE.
  • Livingston Park is found at 2751 Hawthorne Avenue NE.

These parks are perfect spots for outdoor fun and enjoying nature.

Schools in the Neighborhood

Education is important in Lansing! The neighborhood is home to two schools that are part of the Salem-Keizer Public Schools district.

  • Washington Elementary School is for younger students and is located at 3165 Lansing Avenue NE.
  • Waldo Middle School serves older students and is found at 2805 Lansing Avenue NE.

These schools help students learn and grow right in their own community.

Community Life in Lansing

Lansing is a place where neighbors come together to make their area better.

Getting Involved: Partnership Meetings

People who care about Lansing often meet to discuss how to improve the neighborhood. These meetings are called Partnership Meetings.

  • They happen on the second Thursday of each month.
  • The meetings are from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
  • You can find them at La Casita/Little House, located at 3032 Sunnyview Road, NE.

Everyone who wants to help make Lansing a great place to live is welcome to join these discussions.

The Lansing Neighborhood Association

A Neighborhood Association is a group of people who live, work, or own property in a specific area. They work together to address local issues and improve their community.

  • The Lansing Neighborhood Association meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month.
  • Meetings start at 7:00 PM.
  • They are held at Waldo Middle School, 2805 Lansing Avenue NE.

These meetings are open to everyone in the Lansing neighborhood. It's a great way to have your voice heard and help shape the future of your community.

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