Actually it was Joanne Glen who asked me and Bob Froese to take on Alviso Beautiful Day. When we walked through Alviso and I saw the level of need, I was hooked. Up until then, I still only had memories of 1983 when it was under 8 to 10 feet of flood water. Much has changed over the years but much still needs to occur. Alviso is a community in need.Tell us more about the project.
Alviso Beautiful Day or ABD as it is referred to, is the beautification of the historical town of Alviso. It involves everything from "mow, blow and go" to masonry work, painting, siding repair, debris removal, installing ADA access ramps, roof repair, window repair, fence repair, curb address painting, mural
refurbishing, the demolition of a 1983 flood-ravaged structure and a community fiesta. ABD is a partnership between WestGate, Jubilee Christian Center, Holy Spirit Church and Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish.
What sorts of volunteers would you like or special needs do you have?
WE NEED A LOT OF VOLUNTEERS, TOOLS AND MATERIALS! We have over 40 sites that need attention, so we're looking for a wide range of items, things like gallons of paint and wheelbarrows -- even a stove, if possible.
For volunteers, we need everything from weekend warriors to skilled carpenters, masons, plasterers, painters and, of course, anyone who can lift, rake, sweep, mow, weed wack, paint, pound a nail, etc. Enthusiasm and a willingness to serve are two strong traits!
If you could look into the future, what is the ideal result of your project?
What do I hope for? One thing: that the actions of all involved in ABD will glorify God!
Jim Buchanan is a native of the Bay Area and retired law enforcement administrator. He and his wife Karen have three adult children. His choice of music drifts between country, classical and old school rock. He is Co-Lead of the Alviso Beautiful Day project with Bob Froese and is always willing to have sushi for dinner.
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