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37: From the very earliest years, there was a neighborhood
organization in St. Anthony Park. At first it dealt with the development
company and enforced covenants against free-running animals and other
local issues. With incorporation, it concentrated its efforts on getting
the city to deliver public services. For most of its history it was
a men's organization. They were adept at lobbying. This is a photo
of City Government Night. During its history, the Association served
as a service club, a local Chamber of Commerce, civic improvement
association, and political pressure group. Others believed its primary
function was to support neighborhood athletic teams and recreation
facilities. At various times it fulfilled all those functions. |