Phoenix residents will learn what they can do to prevent blight and neighborhood preservation ordinance violations in their areas during a free workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 1, at Phoenix City Hall, assembly room A, 200 W Washington St.

During the "Putting the Diamond Back Into Your Neighborhood" workshop, participants will learn proactive techniques to battle blight and crime in their neighborhoods, such as organizing communitywide clean ups, taking advantage of the free Tool Lending Program and how to establish an effective neighborhood association or Block Watch.

The workshop is one of a series of seminars sponsored by the city of Phoenix Neighborhood Services Department that focuses on neighborhood improvement.

The workshops are free, but registration is required. A complete listing of the workshops can be found at phoenix.gov/nsd.

For more information or to register for the classes, call 602-534-8444