MHCA Area Directors' meeting minutes

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MIDVALE HEIGHTS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION AREA DIRECTORS’ MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY September 27, 2022, 6:45 pm
Meeting held in person and via Zoom due to pandemic.
Present: J. Cardin, B. Roe, J. Thoreson, K. Walter, J. Walter, E. Mackey, T. Jarvis, L. Raihala, J. Veto, G. Fischer, C. Kreimendahl
Also Present: Alder Bill Tishler, Simon Arno
Cardin called the meeting to order at 6:48 p.m.
1. Introductions
2. Alder Report: Bill Tishler discussed District 11 issues. City Council capital budget - proposed changes including underfunded Public Market. Instead fought for District 11 storm damage repairs. Opposed Zoning changes for higher density housing along Bus Rapid Transit line. 9/8 Town Hall meeting with City traffic dept. was effective in identifying Area requests, including Odana/Whitney Way funding and sidewalk improvements.
Proposal failed to ban police from using tear gas/rubber bullets. Upcoming Town Hall meeting at Sequoya Library on 10/24 will feature Mayor discussing affordable housing. Joining others in support of ordinance to assign historic trees landmark status.
3. Minutes: Motion/2nd to approve August minutes. Motion carried.
4. Treasurer’s Report: Rotter’s report (distributed in absentia) showed $41,291.05 in funds.
5. B Cycle: Cardin noted Library Foundation’s maneuver to get B Cycle stand installed this fall at Sequoya. Seeking sponsorships to total $12,000. No action by Board.
6. Garage Sales: Coordinator Michelle relayed that it was a great success esp. Friday. She wants funding for sandwich board signs to replace old ones. Check with Rotter on possible cost.
7. Newsletter: Cardin says Beilke heard from veterinarian who wants to advertise. Discussion about not having advertising since we are going online only.
8. Annual Meeting: Cardin set up wildlife rehab speaker for the 10/25 meeting. Discussion about sending out a postcard notice to all residents. Thoreson will check with Rotter. Cider/cookies as in past with donations welcome.
9. Westmorland Concert: They will avoid Segoe concert dates next year and will coordinate planning/booking with us.
10. Announcements: City had a Safe Streets meeting tonight–check their website for additional info.
Meeting was adjourned at 8:06 p.m.
Submitted respectfully by C. Kreimendahl, Secy.