Neighborhood turnaround

[Wendy Lavana]

Is it possible to get a neighborhood to turnaround? I have two four unit properties in a low income area that is extremely close to a better area. My fourplexes are in the vicinity of a high school that doesn't have a good reputation. I was thinking of getting involved in the community, finding out if there was anyway to better the neighborhood. It seems like it could have potential. Anyone ever had any experience with turning a neighborhood around? Am I just wishful thinking?