Our Mission Statement
The Hobart’s Run neighborhood initiative, a 501(c)(3), was launched by The Hill School in 2016 to create a clean and safe community; foster inclusivity; provide incentives for home ownership and property pride; and generate quality business development. While specifically focusing on a 900-parcel area, Hobart’s Run supports revitalization efforts throughout Pottstown.
Why Hobart’s Run?
The name “Hobart’s Run” was derived in part from historical accounts of Pottstown’s once-prominent Hobart family who lived during the late 1700s in a stately home overlooking what is now East High Street. Hobart’s Run also is the name of an underground stream that runs through the area east of Pottstown’s downtown. The Hobarts purchased their home’s property from David Potts, the grandson of Pottstown founder John Potts.
Thus, the name ties our endeavor to both our geographic focus area and to the rest of Pottstown and its history.
Where is Hobart’s Run?
Hobart’s Run initially was established to address the 600-parcel focus area depicted within the dotted-line boundary depicted on this map, bordered by Queen St. in the south; N. Adams in the west; Beech, Grant, and Jackson in the north; and Keim St. in the east. When planning our initiative, consultants who have helped create successful community revitalization programs in locations including Hartford, Philadelphia, and Lancaster recommended beginning with a small, targeted area, then building upon attained successes.
In July 2020, our Board expanded our western boundary to N. Washington St., increasing our focus area to include about 900 parcels. We partner with connected neighborhood organizations such as Pottstown Community Action.
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Learn more about what we’ve done and where we’re planning to go.