Contest is for: Those yards that appear “best” based on financial ability and effort. Areas: Neighborhoods with an over looked appearance, high in crime, low in hope. Time of year: Mid May to mid July (8 weeks) Yard Signs: 1st Most Green Thumb, 2nd, 3rd 1st Most Natural Yard, 2nd, 3rd 1st Most Tender Loving Care, 2nd, 3rd Honorable Mention Awards: Ten gold dollars per winner Neighborhood: 250 to 350 houses, known as a neighborhood Cost: $2,500 per contest, per year or about $2.50 per person per year People Needed: One person to head it up, a couple of people to help judge the yards Other People: People who want a neighborhood to change, some 250 to 300 neighbors Potential Supporters: Civic Clubs, Churches, Commercial sponsors, individuals