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In Attendance: President Dan Schesch, Directors Ann Smith Carr, Lara Doyle, Peggy Droege, Georgi Fox, Greg Freeman, Amy Gill, Ronie Haliburton, Gary L. Hayes, Gwen Lazard, Susan Littlefield, Shirley Polk, Lana Stein, Katrina Stierholz, John Thomas. Guests: Bill Colbert (Grace Methodist Church), Andy Cross (Beautification Committee), Michael Fitzgibbons (Kingsbury Square), Suzanne Goodman (Washington University), Keith Gray, Sheri Speed -Gray, Billy Handmaker (Crossroads School), Terry Kowalczyk (SLPD), Lyda Krewson (Alderman, 28th Ward). Steve Mnich, John Parker, Les Pettet (Archway Communities), Don Reynolds (SLPD). Dave Stoecker (Central West End Bank), Jeanne Sweet (Central West End Bank). Michael Taylor (Central West End Bank). Staff: Gary Boehnke (Housing Corporation Project Administrator), Laure Porterfield (SDCC Executive Director). Absent: Sharon Fitzgibbons, Steve Givens, Shashi Kara, Rev. Miki Merritt.
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Dan Schesch. Welcome and Introductions: The President welcomed new board members Georgi Fox, John Thomas and Katrina Stierholz. Dave Stoecker of the Central West End Bank gave a presentation outlining the bank’s mission, the area where they primarily lend, plans for strengthening their bank and the future. Approval of minutes Minutes were corrected and approved. Security Report – P.O. Terry Kowalczyk indicated that crime is down: a few car related incidents. Beware of rehab scams. Treasurer’s Report – Peggy Droege met with staff to familiarize herself with current computer and bookkeeping system software. Will develop a template for Juanita to use with Excel. Projected budget estimates a $6000 shortfall. Will need to fund raise; reinstate Friends Campaign. Executive committee discussed allowing purchase of office supplies up to $100 without board approval as long as they stay within the monthly budget. Approved.
It was discovered that a small daily cash reserve account with less than $700 had not been closed; since the monthly service fee is $7.50 a motion was made, seconded and passed to close the account and transfer the money to the general account.
A more comprehensive report will be made next month; approval of the Treasurer’s report postponed until March meeting. Executive Committee Report – Dan Schesch A. Archway Communities – At the January 12 hearing, representatives of the Skinker DeBaliviere neighborhood presented issues and concerns.
A decision was to have been made by February 16. Alderman Lyda Krewson asked for and received a postponement while continuing to work on a compromise.
Dr. Paula Sigman resigned as director at Archway; Les Pettet is interim Director. B. By-laws Committee: An ad hoc committee will review and propose revisions to the by-laws.
The committee will be chaired by Susan Littlefield and includes Maggie Hart-Mahon, Amy Gill and Ruth Johnson.
They will report to the board in two-three months C. Ad hoc Technology Committee – Dan Schesch announced that the committee will now be chaired by Katrina Steirholz. Dan Schesch, Peggy Droege and Shashi Kara will remain on the committee.
They will look into designing and maintaining a web site in addition to our existing site at St. Louis neighborhoods (CIN) D. Talayna follow up – Shirley Polk reported that the parking lot is cleaner; will continue to monitor litter removal and exterior lighting. E. March meeting agenda will include a 1/2 hour brainstorming session. Will ad: dress office renovation ideas and form a committee. Executive Director’s Report – Laure Porterfield reported that the owners of the Laurel Apartments would like to renegotiate their financing in order to pay for much. needed renovations. Skinker DeBaliviere Community Council holds a fourth deed of trust.
We are being asked to resubordinate the Deed of Trust. No one can remember why we hold the fourth and no paper trail has been found.
A written report was included in the Board packets. Housing Corporation – Gary Boehnke reported that his written report was attached. Rosedale Square Apartments – Phase I complete; Phases II and III moving along. Nina Place townhomes: six sold so far. Committees and Neighborhood Reports A. Rosedale – Amy Gill held a meeting at New Cote Brilliante Church of God for 6000 and 6100 blocks of Washington and Westminster. Block captain teams were elected. Katrina Steirholz was elected to replace Jane Geiler as the representative to the Skinker DeBaliviere Community Council board. Topics of discussion include traffic and speeding, trash in alleys and problem properties. B. Beautification – Andy Cross planted approximately 300 bulbs contributed by West End Community Conference in the garden and park areas. February 19″ is a steering committee and gardeners meeting: work dates are the first three Saturdays in March. Blitz Day plans are being made.
This year’s Garden Tour will focus on Block 1035 Garden and surrounding area. C. Playground – Katrina Stierholz said that contracts have been sent to an attorney for review and recommended changes. Grace Methodist’s donation makes fund raising complete.
It was moved and seconded that Katrina be authorize to sign off on the construction contract. D.
Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration – Greg Freeman reported that there was a very good turn out with wonderful performances from the participants. Thanks to all who helped and to Grace Methodist for hosting the event. Other Business Residential Committee to meet at 7:00 p.m. on February 22 (Tuesday) at the SDCC office. Adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Went to executive session. Respectfully submitted, Lara Doyle
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, April–May 2000.
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