Who We Are

Southeast Neighbors is the volunteer neighborhood association for southeast Eugene — one of the City of Eugene’s recognized neighborhood organizations.

Southeast Neighbors (SEN) aspires to educate and organize neighbors to engage effectively with Eugene city government, and to support the continual improvement, beautification, and celebration of our neighborhood. Membership is free and automatic for anyone who lives or works here. Our meetings, community events, and volunteer opportunities are open to all.

Through collective action, a consultative relationship with the City of Eugene, and participation in the Neighborhood Leadership Council and other local groups, we share opportunities to protect and contribute to the beautiful place we live.

SEN is one of 23 neighborhood associations recognized by the City of Eugene. Funding for neighborhood associations comes primarily through the City’s neighborhood program, administered by the Office of Equity & Community Engagement (OECE). Our charter and bylaws describe SEN’s purpose, structure, and operation (see Charter & Bylaws).

Our boundaries

In plain terms, SEN covers the part of southeast Eugene roughly bounded by 29th Avenue and Amazon Parkway to the north, Willamette Street to the west, and the Eugene city limits to the south and east. The exact boundary is defined in the SEN Charter, Article II; see also the official neighborhood boundary map.

Map of the Southeast Neighbors boundary in southeast Eugene, bounded by 29th Avenue and Amazon Parkway to the north, Willamette Street to the west, and the Eugene city limits to the south and east.

Southeast Neighbors is represented by Ward 2 City Councilor Matt Keating. Approximately 13,500 people live in SEN. The Board seats up to 13 neighbors — two Co-Chairs, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and up to nine At-Large members. General membership meetings are held at least quarterly; the Board meets monthly.

No matter who you are, we’re glad you’re our neighbor.