The Salem Civic Association (SCA) was originally founded in 1969 and was most recently re-chartered with the City of Columbus in 2007. It represents over 2,000 Salem-area residents to a number of civic bodies and municipal offices, including the Columbus City Council, Office of the Mayor and the Northland Community Council on issues of public safety, zoning, development and more. The SCA also provides a platform for community-building & advocacy, and represents a commitment on behalf of the residents of Salem to promote, maintain and continuously better their neighborhood.
Participation in the Salem Civic Association is voluntary and open to all residents, businesses and other stakeholders. The association is very active, and meets in-whole on the 4th Tuesday of each month.