For the past two summers, Officer Scott Marks has spent his Tuesday afternoons building bottle rockets, potting plants, and hanging out with kids in the summer program at CommonBond's Crown Ridge community. Marks is the Community Engagement Officer for the City of Minnetonka Police Department, and feels that as part of his role, helping youth develop positive relationships with police officers is a crucial part of police-community relations.

Finding stability in a CommonBond home means something different for every person that moves in. It might mean creating a stable base from which to reach other goals, or finding a community that supports and empowers. Perhaps it’s finally finding peace in a home that is comfortable and nicely maintained. For Cecilia Evans, it’s all of the above.

The Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area is a national leader in accessible parks and open space. But for the residents of St. Paul’s Midway neighborhood, finding open, outdoor spaces has proven to be more of a challenge. Luckily, some youth residents at CommonBond’s Skyline Tower community have been heavily involved in the development of the new Midway Peace Park, and their dedication to their community has been nothing short of extraordinary.