Present: G. Poulson, J. Sweet, D. Lamb (presiding), P. Haskew, C. Bunge, T. Jarvis, R. Rotter, F. Stautz, J. Gary, J. Lager

Also present: Greg Fischer, Judy Skog, Nan Lager

1. Minutes: The minutes of the August 24, 2010 meeting were approved as distributed.

2. Treasurer’s report: R. Rotter distributed a report showing a cash and bank accounts total of $20,739.84, along with other financial information. He expressed concern that the Association might not have enough funds to meet its obligations until the next membership drive. Various options concerning the newsletter were discussed, including distributing it to members only and making it available in electronic format.

3. Proposed development at Segoe and Odana: D. Lamb indicated that she had attended a meeting of City Urban Design Commission on September 22, where the developers presented their proposal for this site. They proposed a four-story building with 77 residential units, which is not in conformity with the neighborhood plan. D. Lamb spoke against the proposal. At the urging of the UDC, the developers agreed to hold a public meeting regarding the proposal.

4. Neighborhood garage sale wrap-up: A report was distributed, showing that 61 households registered to hold sales. The report showed income of $621.00 and expenses of $177.37.

5. Interpretive sign for Bison Prairie Gateway/Green Team : J. Gary reported that the dedication event for the interpretative sign was very nice. Costs of the project were in line with the budget, at around $1,400. Plans for a concrete approach pad for the sign were still in process. Board members gave J. Gary a round of applause in thanks for all her work on this project.

Nan Lager reported that the date of October 23 had been set for fall clean-up day for the Tokay median. City crews would pick up bags of trash from the day. J.Gary reported that she was in the process of deciding whether or not to have a burn-off at the Gateway site.

6. Annual Meeting planning: D. Lamb announced that the both the Mayor and the neighborhood police officer had agreed to speak at the Annual Meeting, which would start at 6:30. She indicated that she would be out of town October 11 to October 25, meaning that others would have to take care of last-minute planning. G. Poulson agreed to obtain liquid refreshments and napkins, while J. Gary agreed to obtain cookies.

7. Community Car update: Judy Skog asked for an update on the Board’s intent regarding a contribution to the Community Car program. Board members expressed concern about the viability of the program, especially before the new apartments at Sequoya Commons are finished. Board members also expressed concern about the Association’s financial situation and its ability to contribute to the program. No action was taken, pending gaining further information on the program.

8. Cultural Garden funding: D. Lamb distributed a proposed budget for the project to build a cultural garden at Midvale School. P. Haskew provided information on the plans for the garden. Motion was made, seconded, and passed to make a $500 contribution to the project. R. Rotter indicated that $319 was already on hand for the project from contributions during the membership drive and that the remaining funds could be transferred from the T-Ball account.

9. Membership Committee: Greg Fischer reported that the Membership Committee had experienced some trouble finding meeting dates. The committee had agreed that MHCA should stay with the two-year membership cycle, but that a one-year option at a reduced price should be available for the last year of the cycle.

10. Adjournment: Motion made, seconded, and passed to adjourn the meeting at 8:25.

Charles Bunge, Secretary