Huntington’s Neighborhood Associations
Improving communities from the ground up
Whether it’s volunteering to build a park or connecting residents with local resources, Huntington has a well-established network of neighborhood associations. These volunteers strive to improve the quality of life for the citizens of Huntington's Neighborhoods. We hope you will join us!
History & Purpose
The Neighborhood Institute of Huntington (NIOH) was established in the early 1990s when the city received an Empowerment Zone grant, part of which was used as seed money to help form and offer leadership training for neighborhood associations. Many of the groups that organized as a result of that effort still exist today.
The NIOH is a nonprofit organization intended to provide training and oversight for the neighborhood associations. As a member organization, it connects its members to resources, mini-grant opportunities, and local officials to solve community problems and support positive neighbor-led projects.
Board Meetings
The NIOH Board meets at 5:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in the Mayor's Office, Room 130, at City Hall, 800 5th Ave. Membership primarily consists of a representative from each neighborhood association. Meetings are open to residents interested in forming a new neighborhood group. Refer to the Bylaws and Policies & Procedures for questions about starting a new recognized NIOH Group. For more information, contact Neighborhood Institute President Ford Rucker at huntingtonwvneighborhoods@gmail.com.
The Neighborhood Institute Meetings include reports from the following:
- Ex-Officio Members:
- Bill Annie, City Manager
- Holly Mount, City Council
- Sarah Walling, City Council
- Cabell Huntington Health Department, Corporate Member
- Southside Preservation and Enhancement Alliance, Corporate Member
- Monthly Reports from:
- Stephanie Petruso, Planning Department
- Captain Ryan Bentley, Huntington Police Department
- Leland Steele, Cabell Huntington Health Department
Click on the map to find the neighborhood association nearest you and click on the group links for contact and meeting information.
Map of Huntington's neighborhood associations
Neighborhood Institute Policies & Procedures
Group Meeting and Contact Information
ARLINGTON PARK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
Meeting Date: Meetings are activities-based and occur at various times during the year.
Meeting Time: Varies
Meeting Location: Varies
President: Mike McCarthy, 304.633.4440
Objectives: Neighborhood security; fostering socialization among neighbors; acts as a liaison between neighbors and city officials.
CHANCELLOR HILLS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
Meeting Date: General business meetings on third Monday of March and September; neighborhood socials, general meetings in June and December
Meeting Time: 7 p.m.
Meeting Location: Enslow Park Presbyterian Church
President: Pat Gebhart, 304.412.1355
Objectives: To promote a cleaner, safer and better community through group action and cooperation. To study and express opinions on matters of civic and neighborhood interest.
CROSSROADS COMMUNITY NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
Meeting Date: Quarterly
- Q1 Meeting: 2nd Tuesday in February
- Q2 Meeting: 2nd Tuesday in May
- Q3 Meeting: 2nd Tuesday in August
- Q4 Meeting: 2nd Tuesday in November
Meeting Time: 6:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Location varies with availability at Alchemy Theatre and Crossroads United Methodist Church
President: Jack Daniels, 304-942-5725
ENSLOW PARK NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
Meeting Date: First Saturday of each month, except January
Meeting Time: 9 a.m.
Meeting Location: Enslow Park Presbyterian Church (Room 22), 1338 Enslow Blvd.
President: Paul McNeely
Email: EnslowParkNA@gmail.com
Objectives: To improve safety and communication among neighbors
FAIRFIELD WEST NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
Meeting Date: Third Thursday of January, March, May, July, September and November
Meeting Time: 6 p.m.
Meeting Location: Marie Redd Center, 1750 9th Ave.
President: Bruce Felder
GALLAHER VILLAGE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
Meeting Date: 2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Gallaher Village Public Library
President: Kim Williamson
Email: GallaherVillage@gmail.com
Facebook: Gallaher Village Neighborhood Association
Objective: To become the neighborhood where everyone wants to live. We are striving to be a community that embraces its diversity and works together toward goals that benefit the residents of our little corner of Huntington.
Boundaries: Anything within a mile radius of Gallaher Village Public Library that is not already covered by an active neighborhood association
HIGHLAWN NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
Meeting Date: First Tuesday of each month
Meeting Time: 7 p.m.
Meeting Location: Community of Grace United Methodist Church, 225 28th St.
President: Linda Blough, 304.730.0988
Objectives: To create a safe, clean and friendly environment for neighbors.
OLD CENTRAL CITY ASSOCIATION
Meeting Date: First Thursday of each month
Meeting Time: 5:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: West Huntington Library, 901 14th St. West
President: Lauren Kemp
SOUTHSIDE NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATION
Meetings:
Meeting Time: 7 p.m.
Meeting Location: Huntington YMCA, Phillip Cline facility
President: Ford Rucker
Objectives: Promote a cleaner, safer and better community through group action and cooperation; Study and express opinions on matters of civic interest. Projects and/or areas of interest include: development of Miller School Park, cleaning up Fourpole Creek, neighbors helping neighbors, organizing a historic designation on the South Side. Standing Committees include: Hospitality, Safety and Security, Membership & Notification, Legislative, Public Relations, and Beautification.
WEST HUNTINGTON ORGANIZATION
Meeting Date: Third Thursday of each month
Meeting Time: 7 p.m.
Meeting Location: RenewAll building at 725 14th St. West
President: Jim Rumbaugh
Objectives: WHO is focused on neighbors working together to make the West End better. It also is an active participant in the River to Rail Project, a multi-pronged initiative to improve the West End through law enforcement, code enforcement, economic development, and community outreach.
WESTMORELAND NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
Meeting Date: Third Monday of each month
Meeting Time: 6:30 p.m.
Meeting Location: Westmoreland Woman's Club, 2962 Bradley Road
President: Cindy Chandler
Committees: Neighborhood Watch Committee, Fire Committee
Objectives:The Westmoreland Neighborhood Association provides information and services to benefit the Westmoreland area of Huntington. Speakers are invited to the monthly meetings to give insight into issues that are topical for the neighborhood and the city. Committees work on issues peculiar only to Westmoreland.
CORPORATE MEMBER: CABELL HUNTINGTON HEALTH DEPARTMENT (CHHD)
Cabell Huntington Health Department is located at 703 Seventh Avenue, Huntington, WV 25704. Telephone number is (304) 523-6483.
Hours of operation are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with extended hours for special programs and services.
Dr. Michael Kilkenny is the CEO/Health Officer of the Cabell Huntington Health Department.
"Our Community is our number one priority. Our role is to have preventative and proactive measures in place to keep Huntington and Cabell County a healthy place to live, work, and raise a family. Cabellhealth.org is the best place to find the most up-to-date infornmation on our public health services and programs."
CORPORATE MEMBER: SOUTHSIDE PRESERVATION AND ENHANCEMENT ALLIANCE
Meeting Date: Second Wednesday of the month
Meeting Time: 6:00 p.m.
Meeting Location: Frederick Building, 940 4th Avenue
President: Whitney Hood Gesner
Objectives:
- Preserve and protect property
- Promote safety and security
- Support responsible development
- Celebrate community and landmark history
- Protect neighborhood green spaces and charm
- Ensure the Southside thrives for generations to come