RCA understands the enormous task of meeting our goal to have a community free of drugs, gangs and other related criminal behavior and activities. Having the foresight to host an event that celebrates both our local Police and Firefighters annually sets RCA apart from many community organizations. 2022 marked the 11th year that we recognized our frontline workers. In the past years we have coupled our annual “Police and Firefighters Appreciation Day” with entertainment from youth organizations such as the Maggie Daley After-School Matters, Praize Productions, along with many of the surrounding organizations and have received a tremendous outpouring of support from the community. This annual event has created a space for youth to express their appreciation for the local police and firefighters without ridicule.