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In attendance: Directors Ruth Johnson, Sara Johnson, Lana Stein, Beth Bender, Arline Webb, Jack Wright, Ann Smith Carr, Shirley Polk, Margaret HartMahon, Tricia Roland Hamilton; NSO Jacqueline Wellington; Mark Gorman; and Arthelda Busch. Scheduled absences: Joe Miller, Joe deBettencourt, Julie Schoetnehl, and Miki Merritt. Absent: Greg Freeman and Gary Hayes The meeting was called to order by B. Bender at 7:31 p.m. I. Executive Director Search Committee B. Bender reported that a second round of interviews of four candidates will be held Wednesday, June 14.
She was hopeful that someone will be in place by the end of the month. II. By-Laws Review After discussion regarding the proposed by-laws, adoption was tabled until more questions have been answered. B. Bender will follow-up. III. Approval of April Minutes A. Webb moved “That the minutes of the April Board meeting be accepted as read”; seconded by L. Stein and approved. IV. Treasurer’s Report B. Bender reported the Treasurer’s Report in J. Miller’s absence. J. Wright moved “That the Treasurer’s Report be accepted with one change”; seconded by S. Polk and moved. V. Committee/Association Reports Commercial Planning – L. Stein reported about the proposed Hardee’s Restaurant at the present site of the Miriam Shop on Skinker. Discussion surrounded potential increase in traffic and the appropriateness of the restaurant in a historic district.
The Commercial Planning committee is undecided in support or opposition to the plan. T. Roland Hamilton moved “That the Skinker DeBaliviere Community Council Board of Directors oppose the proposed Hardee’s Restaurant pending submission by Hardee’s of requested information, including a traffic study and efforts to relocate adjacent residents in a reasonable period and for review of the Commercial District Committee and recommendation to the full Board of Directors”; seconded by A. Webb and approved. L. Stein gave a report of the proposed changes in the Forest Park golf course and the removal of Grand Drive to make these changes.
She asked for the support of the Board in sending a letter. Parkview – Residents are concerned about the traffic on Skinker and proposed a “no right turn” sign on Washington from 4 to 6 p.m. University City has agreed to monitor the stop signs and traffic, and a letter will be sent to residents who are guilty of infractions. DeGiverville – The 57XX block is now receiving mail on time as a result of the letter sent by SDCC in complaint of mail service. Rosedale – Tuesday, August 1 is National Night Out, and a party will be held at Four Corners Park as in past years. A. Busch stated she would like to sell ice cream. Housing Corporation – Applications for funding to renovate homes on Rosedale. Recreation – A. Busch created a newsletter that will be distributed to the neighborhood block captains in the near future advertising recreational activities for the summer.
She reported that softball has begun with 17 boys aged 17 and under participating and girls welcome.
She requested volunteers to help work and contribute refreshments.
A family fishing fair will be held Saturday, June 17.
On August 13, the Central West End picnic will be held on Ground 8 at Forest Park. Social Services – B. Bender reported another neighborhoodwide food drive will be held in August. NEW BUSINESS Friends of Skinker DeBaliviere Campaign – The kickoff party for the second year of the fundraising campaign will be held Friday, June 16 at 7 p.m. at B. Bender’s home.
The meeting was adjourned at 9 p.m.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, September 1995.
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