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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

NOVEMBER 12, 2009

David called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. and welcomed everyone.

 Elections were held.  Carl Owens was reelected Vice President and Susan Clifton was reelected Secretary.  The Board was introduced and reelected.

 Clancy gave the Treasurers Report.  As of October 31^st we have $35,067.05 in the bank.  We have 531 paid members for 2009.  We are just starting to collect 2010 dues. 

 We have set aside enough money for 6speed humps.

 Debbie reported that we still need more people to sign up for recycling.  ID says that it will take about 100 homes to make it worthwhile.  We have almost 50 people who have signed up for recycling.

 Cheryl Wolford reported that our request for a grant from Brightside was refused.  Councilman Kramer is going to give us $1500.00 from his funds for beautification.  One possibility is to do something to the wall that runs parallel to Breckenridge Lane north of Manner Gate Drive.  We already have the blessing of Metro Government to do some painting (perhaps a mural).  The 3 common areas where we have plants are doing well.  Al Hampton winterized the gardens for us this year.

 Al reported that the association is now paying for 50 lights.  He encouraged everyone to keep their outside lights on.  He asked that anyone report any dark spots in the neighborhood.  Then when we decide to add more lights we will know the best places to put the lights.

 David then introduced Sgt. Renee Briggs.  Sgt Briggs reminded us to be careful during the holidays.  People will be watching cars for packages.  She encouraged us to take pictures and write down serial numbers of all new electronics.  She reminded us not to put cardboard boxes at the curb, because then everyone will know what new items you have in your home.  She encouraged us to be vigilant and willing to call the police if we see anything out of the ordinary.

 David then introduced Graham Honaker.  Graham gave us an update on what is going on in the 11^th District.  There have been upgrades at Buechel Park including new tennis courts.  Sidewalks and curbs have been added on Bardstown Rd in Buechel.  Work will soon begin on the train trestle across Breckenridge Lane south of Six Mile Lane.   Once the landscaping work is finished in this area Kevin Kramer will be looking for a neighborhood group to help keep everything going.  Cheryl and David were concerned about the availability of water.  Graham will be asking the state if there is anything that can be done to have access to water at the site.  This is something we will discuss later.

Carl reported that the welcoming committee visited 4 families.  Let him know if anyone new moves into the neighborhood.

David let everyone know that he is always looking for articles for the newsletter.

Debbie reminded everyone that they could sign up for the Block Watch email list.

 David encouraged everyone to look at the updated website.

 Al finished his lighting report:  Phase IV is complete.  Plans will begin on Phase V.  Al encouraged the membership again  to let him know if there is an area in need of more light.

 David reported that there is a petition to make the intersection of Pomeroy and Graf a 4 way stop. 

 Door prizes were awarded.

 Meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

 Respectfully Submitted

Susan Clifton

Secretary

Every one should have received a membership renewal notice.  If you did not recieve a renewal notice contact David DiSalvo.  This money is put  back into the neighborhood in the form of lights, newsletters and other neighborhood improvements.