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Attending the meeting were: Directors A. Carr, F. Driscole, L. Hamilton, R. Johnson, S. Johnson, S. Polk, L. Stein, and A. Webb. Guests were F. Driscote, D. Twellmann, 11. VonBehren, and Operation ConServ officer J. Waits. Stein called the meeting to order at 7:35 pa; a quorum not being present, the meeting was adjourned. Those present informally discussed the following items Treasurer’s Report G. Hayes has contacted Grace Methodist concerning becoming a contributing member. Those present discussed new ways of raising funds Including holding fundraisers and asking for individual contributions. S. Polk suggested that SDCC honor Central West End Bank for its efforts in the community. Beautification: D. Tweilmann discussed the Blitz Day special project at Four Corners. Approximately thirty planters were planted with flowers and ornamental grass donated by residents and Operation Brightside, or purchased with donations to the committee.
There is a schedule for watering the planters. Volunteers are needed. Commercial District Planning Committee: There was a meeting today to decide how grant funds could be spent.
The Committee has requested that the $60,000 be allocated for banners, a 50/50 program for businesses to make capital improvements, and landscaping.
A meeting with business owners within the next few weeks will cover the grant situation as well as encourage business owners to create a business association. Housing Corporation: 6036 Washington—This property is a high priority.
A contract with Mark Gorman will be signed shortly which will begin the rehab. Rosedale: The Rosedale Association held a meeting at New Cote Brilliante Church of God.
There was a good showing; thirty people with 15 who had not attended previous meetings. F. Driscole is resigning, Elections need to be held. Director’s Report Library Kiosk: The library is moving to Skinker.
The Kiosk will close May 22 to prepare for the move. Mary Ann Shickman, librarian at the Kiosk since it opened, is retiring at that time.
There will be a reception honoring her May 22 In the SDCC offices.
The new library will have more services including a fax and upgraded computer systems. “Where We Live”: The Times of Skinker 1)eflaliviere will have a float in the parade, June 7. Those present discussed possibilities for a SDCC float. Richard Hart Memorial Fund: Richard Hart, a founder of SDCC, recently passed away.
The Hart family asked that donations be made to the SDCC for a special fund to honor his memory.
This fund will be held separate from the general SDCC budget.
It will be used for special projects such as the planting of trees. Recreation Committee: A Recreation Committee has just been formed. Bill Collins, 57XX Waterman, will be the chair.
The Committee’s first project will be to support Operation Teamwork In Its efforts to recruit children and adults to participate in sporting, educational, and cultural activities for the summer and beyond.
There followed a discussion of Lucier Park.
There were complaints of broken glass and confrontations. N. Farmer will look into what the Parks Department can do to clean up the park.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, Summer 1992.
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