Civic Improvement Movement

The Civic Improvement Movement was a community-driven effort in the late 19th and early 20th centuries aimed at making cities better places to live. It focused on improving public spaces, sanitation, infrastructure, and safety through local activism and reforms. The movement sought to modernize urban areas by addressing issues like pollution, overcrowding, and neglected public facilities, often advocating for better government management and planning. Its goal was to create healthier, more organized, and more attractive cities that would enhance residents’ quality of life and foster civic pride.