Communities are often built in three layers. First, there is infrastructure — the roads, utilities, parks, and buildings that shape the physical city. Second, there are institutions — schools, churches, businesses, and civic organizations that provide services and opportunities. But there is a third layer that often receives the least attention even though it may matter the most. That layer is relationships . When neighbors know each other and trust each other, cities function differently. Public safety improves because people notice problems early. Local businesses thrive because residents support them. Civic participation grows because people feel known and connected. Public health improves because isolation decreases. The RepMo Neighbor Network is built around strengthening this third layer — the relational infrastructure of the city.  The idea is simple but powerful: invest in the habits and leadership that help neighbors connect block by block. Over time, those conne...