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In attendance: Directors Ruth Johnson, Gary I-byes, Gregory Freeman, Jack Wright, Beth Bender, Lana Stein, Sara Johnson, Shirley Polk, Arline Webb, Maggie Hart-Mahon, Julie Schoemehl, Ann Smith Carr, Mild Merritt; NSO Jackie Wellington; Alderman Daniel J. McGuire; and Executive Director Laure Porterfield. Scheduled absences: Joe Miller, Aaron Johnson, Tricia Roland Hamilton, and Joe deBettencourt.
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by the President, Beth Bender. I. Welcome and Introduction Beth Bender introduced SDCC’s new Executive Director, Laure Porterfield. II. Approval of Minutes Sara Johnson requested that the section on the HUD grant be deleted as it was reported inaccurately to the Board. Verbiage change from “excused” to “reported” regarding absences. Gregory Freeman moved “That the minutes of the June Board meeting be accepted with the recommended changes;” seconded by Lana Stein and approved. III. Update on By-Laws Ann Smith Can will present the by-laws at the next Board meeting. Dan McGuire brought up some new HUD guidelines regarding Board make-up. Laure Porterfield gave additional information regarding by-laws and a new document she received. IV. National Night Out This year’s event will be held Tuesday. August 1, with refreshments, a live band, and lots of activities. Mayor Freeman Bosley will visit around 7:30 that evening.
We hope to have a “lights on” surprise. Block captains were given flyers to distribute advertising the activity. Timely distribution of flyers by block captains was discussed. V. Executive Director’s Report CDA reports are being reviewed, and a 1996 pre-budget package has been submitted. Laure has met with the Housing Corporation and Apartment Owners Association as well as the 5900 block of McPherson.
She will hold dessert meetings with block captains next week. Handled PR and other details for National Night Out. Has met with Washington University people regarding MetroLinklUrban Land Institute study of the Delmar site. VI. Treasurer’s Report June and July statements were distributed.
We could not collect CDA funds while we did not have a director; are now reapplying. Greg Freeman moved “That the July Treasurer’s Report be accepted as read;” seconded by Lana Stein and approved. VII. Miscellaneous Building Maintenance – New ceiling tiles were donated for the SDCC office and white paint has been acquired from Sherwin Williams.
After painting, the tiles will be replaced. Need some rollers and brushes to complete the job.
The condenser coil on the air conditioner was replaced at a cost of $117. Friends of Skinker DeBaliviere Campaign – The campaign is just now getting under way. Sign-up will be possible at National Night Out. Mailings are forthcoming. Would like to see 100 percent of Board members participating. New Treasurer – Two suggestions for a treasurer were submitted: Ann Smith Carr and Maggie Hart-Mahon. Ann Smith Can deferred. Lana Stein moved “That Maggie Hart-Mahon be elected Treasurer to the Board of Directors;” seconded by Greg Freeman and approved. VII. Committee/Association Reports Commercial Planning – Lana Stein reported that the Hardee’s proposal went before the Board of Public Service which voted to deny their request. Rally’s, granted permits to build about a year, could still begin construction on Skinker north of Delmar before the permit expires in September. Brandy’s Book Store and Cafe just opened in the DeBaliviere strip mall. Jackie Wellington has been investigating the source of the trash on DeBaliviere. Those responsible for clean-up will be asked to address this issue. Kingsbury Square – The noise of buses coming and going was waking residents through the night. Bi-State has cooperated in having buses exit from a different gate. Nina Place – There will be a change in developer. Negotiations are taking place. Parkview – The Parkview Association will be having a night out on August 1. DeGiverville – The 5700 block will have a Night Out block party (see attached).
The Board of Alderman declared the 5700 blocks of DeGiverville and Waterman “residential parking districts.” Residents may decide to require parking stickers; only cars with stickers could park on these blocks.
Residents must pay for this if they want it enforced. Rosedale – Will continue to be key players in National Night Out activity. Recreation – Softball still in session. Social Services – A food drive will be held on Saturday, August 12. Volunteers needed to help collect food. Georgi Fox and Nancy Fanner are working with the Executive Director on a Medicaid enrollment site for our neighbor. hood. Still trying to secure a church for a sign-up site. Those on Medicaid must choose a provider by September 1, 1995, or one will be assigned. Beautification – Andy Cross completed the barricade post project as promised.
A $50 prize was awarded from Operation BrightSide in part because of Andy’s work. Alderman McGuire reported that some storm sewers are unsafe. Has requested repairs.
The parking lot at 454 North Skinker may be completed as early as September. Playground – The Gateway Foundation turned down funding the playground project.
The Wittaker Foundation awarded us $3000. Other sources for funding are being sought. Personnel – The office assistant, Laura Kozeny, will not be leaving SDCC in the near future. Recycling – Jerry Wittaker picks up once a week at a cost of $6 per month. Everything can be put in one bag. Proposed City pilot under consideration. Community Fund – Money is still available. Citations for weeds and other code violations in the neighborhood have been sent. Loans for garage and fence repair have been distributed. Alleys will be checked. Mine Webb moved for adjournment; seconded by Shirley Polk and adjourned at 8:45 p.m. Submitted by Ruth Johnson.
Originally published in The Times of Skinker-DeBaliviere, September 1995.
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