WEST END ATLANTA

Mission Statement, Purpose and Objectives

The Mission of WEND is to provide leadership in promoting the revitalization of the West End neighborhood.  WEND is a neighborhood organization comprised primarily of the residents and residential property owners of West End and is organized for the purpose of preserving and enhancing the residential character and livability of the area.

The Purpose of WEND is to improve the quality of life and the perception of that quality of life for the residents and residential property owners of West End.

WEND’s Objectives include, but are not limited to, the following:

1.        to promote policies and plans for appropriate land uses and compatible land development;

2.        to develop and pursue strategies which preserve and protect the uniqueness of the architectural character of  residential areas in West End; and to promote commercial developments compatible with its character;

3.        to promote and preserve the cultural and ethnic diversity the West End community;

4.        to promote and enhance West End as a cultural, educational and commercial center in the City of Atlanta;

5.        to maintain an ongoing working relationship with the City of Atlanta and Fulton County departmental heads and officials;

6.        to act as a conduit for residents seeking advice regarding issues in the West End community; and

7.        to promote and enhance public safety.