Mischelle McMillan

Uptown Ambassador “All our resources that we have available to us, we never took time to find out if we could make something useful. What we have right here, we can turn back into something." About Me. For the past 5 years, I've called Uptown home. I have four children, six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. In the past, I worked as a community organizer, outreach professional and business manager. In my spare time, I enjoy sewing, singing, cooking, hiking and anything in…

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Scott Smith

Uptown Ambassador “Uptown has a rich and storied history. We are a dynamic and diverse community with a passion for improving our quality of life and the neighborhood." About Me. Originally from Robinson Township, I’ve lived in Uptown for the past two and a half years. I am a family man and recently quit my nine-to-five office job in order to spend more time with them. I am very environmentally conscious, and I make sure to show my support for many…

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Raqueeb Bey

Uptown Ambassador “If utilized properly, [energy] can be a force to be reckoned with" About Me. I have lived in Uptown for 32 years and am the proud mother of six wonderful children - my oldest is 23 and my baby is 2 years old.  I am on the board of directors for Uptown Partners, and the Landslide Community Farm, and serve as the President (and Founder) of a grassroots youth program called Mama Africa's Green Scouts. As a community activist, I enjoy doing…

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