to serve the neighborhood of East Bayside. EBNO's purpose, as stated in its Articles of Incorporation includes: creating and maintaining a safe neighborhood; taking advantage of funding opportunities for neighborhood revitalization; and helping low-income, elderly, and disadvantaged members of the community to thrive. Additionally, EBNO will strive to improve the quality of life for its residents, to ensure that East Bayside has adequate representation in all city matters, and to create a sense of community within the neighborhood while also preserving and respecting the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of its population.