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Call to Order Meeting called to order by President Dan Schesch at 7:06 PM. Minutes from Dec. Board Meeting reviewed and approved with corrections to attendance. Treasurer Peggy Droege presented the Dec. financial statements, which were reviewed and approved by the Board.
The 2003 budget was also reviewed and approved as presented. Election of Officers Steve Givens of the Nominating Committee reported that there were two candidates for President and one candidate for each of the other offices.
The candidates were: President . . . . . . . Dan Schesch . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joe Keaveny Vice President . . . John Thomas Treasurer . . . . . . . Peggy Droege Secretary . . . . . . . Tim Schoemehl Each of the candidates for President spoke, and ballots were distributed. By a vote of 8 to 7 Joe Keaveny was elected President.
All candidates for other offices were also elected. Security Report Officer Sam Hill of the 7th District gave the Security Report. Car thefts and car break-ins continue to be a problem, not only in the in the neighborhood, but city-wide. Officer Hill reported that plain clothes officer are patrolling the neighborhood during the times of the highest number of thefts. Laure Porterfield reported that the Council is working on a Security Seminar that will include steps car owners can take to deter theft and break-in. Arline Webb reported that she is continuing to monitor for broken or burned out streetlights in the neighborhood.
She presented a list of burned out lights to Alderwoman Lyda Krewson, who will follow up. Aldermanic Report Alderwoman Lyda Krewson reported that no building permit has been issued yet for the new curb cut to be installed at Talanya’s restaurant, however, the owner has met with the building division.
The Delmar streetscape enhancements are scheduled to begin in April.
This will be about a 5-month project. Bi-State has said they will schedule a neighborhood meeting to discuss issues related to MetroLink construction after the construction contract is awarded in March or April. Lyda noted that Alderman Irv Clay of the 26th Ward is retiring in April. Since a significant portion of the neighborhood is within the 26th Ward, Lyda encouraged the Council to work closely with Alderman Clay’s successor after the election and let him know the projects and priorities the neighborhood is working on. SDCC Board of Directors, January 13, 2003 Beautification Committee Andy Cross thanked Dan Schesch for his support for the beautification committee and their many projects throughout this year and past years. Andy and Laure Porterfield also reported that the grant request to the Regional Arts Commission has been submitted.
The grant will include a proposal for a concert series at Four Corners; an installation of a mosaic at the stage at Four Corners; and on enhanced Wintermarkt. Washington Heights Organizing Committee John Thomas reported that the planning meetings for the Washington Heights organization continue to go well.
They are developing proposed by-laws and a system for electing representatives to the Council that will be presented at a neighborhood meeting on February 19th at Hamilton School Dr. Martin Luther King Memorial The annual MLK commemoration is scheduled for January 26 at New Cote Brilliante Church of God.
This year, the commemoration will also tie in a memorial for Greg Freeman. Speakers will include Dan Schesch, Lana Stein, Elizabeth Wright, Lorrain Kee, and Emmanuel Kintu. Children from Carr Lane Visual and Performing Arts Middle School St. Roch and Grace will also perform. Executive Director’s Report Laure Porterfield reported that the Police and Firefighters appreciation luncheon was very successful, with great attendance, and lots of participation. Many thanks to Ruth Johnson, who again organized the event. Laure noted that the CDA Work Program would be ready for signature shortly.
The Board passed a resolution approving the CDA contract and authorizing the Executive Director, the President, the vice-President, and the Treasurer to sign all necessary documents.
The Board also passed a resolution authorizing the SDCC’s signature cards at Central West End Bank to be updated to include the signatures of the President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and the Executive Director. Housing Corporation Report Gary Boehnke reported that the Housing Corporation held its annual meeting in December and elected new officers: President. . . . . . . . Richard Wilkes Vice-President. . . . Steve Krammer Secretary. . . . . . . . Harriett Hubbard Treasurer. . . . . . . . Jennifer Olmstead In response to a question, Gary gave a brief update on property the Housing Corporation had sold in the 5700 Block of McPherson and what he knew about the status of redevelopment in that block. Executive Committee Report Dan Schesch reported that a letter had been sent to Bi-State regarding the resolutions on design elements for MetroLink that the Council approved in December. SDCC Board of Directors, January 13, 2003 Dan also gave an update on the status of liquor licenses on Delmar. Dan reported that the license for the Country Store was coming up in February. Dan reported that some neighbors would be collecting signatures from near by residents, businesses and property owners opposing a liquor license for the Country Store since the owner has no restrictions placed on the Country Store and the Shur-Sav last year. Other Business Shirley Polk noted the recent death of Greg Freeman, who was a long time resident of the neighborhood, and a former a member of the Community Council. Shirley suggested that the Council consider setting up a scholarship fund in Greg’s memory. Dan Schesch suggested that SDCC might partner with the United Negro College Fund, or a similar organization, who could administer the scholarship. Steve Givens noted that Greg was a Washington University alumnus, and that there was talk at the University of setting up a scholarship in Greg’s name.
This also could be an opportunity for the neighborhood to establish a partnership. Dee Joyce-Hayes suggested that we pursue naming a neighborhood landmark, such as Lucier Park, in honor of Greg.
There was widespread support for some type of memorial in honor of Greg. Members of the Council will explore various possibilities and report back at the next meeting. Respectfully submitted,Tim Schoemehl, Sec.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, April–May 2003.
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