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Sep
30
Energy Assistance Meeting 10/1/08
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As we all know, the price of fuel will be very high this winter and some of you will need to set up a plan to pay for your heating needs. Being proactive in this issue will help support your family and provides peace of mind that you will be able to manage your finances with regard to your heating bills during our cold months. You can do this by applying for Energy Assistance with CenterPoint Energy.
While there are a variety of times and places that people can apply for Energy Assistance, we are promoting the meeting on Wednesday, October 1st at Sabathani Center (310 E. 38th Street) from 5:00-8:00 p.m. as a good opportunity for people in our area.
Be sure to bring your most recent CenterPoint Energy bill and household income verification to be able to sit down with a representative and actually make a payment plan that works for you.
Sep
25
Local Business Highlights
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Victors 1959 on the Food Channel!
Victor’s 1959 Cafe www.victors1959cafe.com will be on the Food Channel this coming Monday, September 29th at 9pm. The show is Diners, Drive-ins and Dives hosted by Guy Fieri. They filmed in June when they came to visit and the episode is called “Big Flavor”.
Be sure to look for neighbors who might have been there during the filming! Also, remember to eat at Victor’s, a Platinum Sponsor, on Thursday October 2nd during Eating for Art when 31% of your tab that day will go directly to KFNA for community art activities!
Color Wheel Gallery Hosts “18 Artists Under 18”—the 5th Annual Youth Show
Come to the opening of 18 Artists Under Eighteen at the Color Wheel, located at 319 West 46th street at the intersection of Grand and 46th, Saturday, September 27th, 5-9 PM. Meet the artists and enjoy viewing some great creative art at reasonable prices.
Questions on the show or the Color Wheel Gallery should be directed to Kingfield resident and gallery owner, Tammy Ortegon, at 612.823.5693.
Sep
25
Notice of Community Meeting Regarding Driftwoods
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There will be a Community Meeting regarding Driftwoods, 4415 Nicollet Ave. S, at the Kingfield Neighborhood Association Redevelopment Committee Meeting, Wednesday Oct. 22, 7 PM, MLK Park. This meeting is a requirement of licensing for Driftwoods placed upon them at the opening of their business in November 2007. The meeting will be led by Minneapolis Licensing and will include a discussion of all licensing requirements on the business since it began operating. The public is welcome to attend this meeting to both listen and provide comment. Following the Driftwoods Community Meeting, Minneapolis Licensing will provide an overview of all the licenses in effect in Kingfield.
Questions regarding this meeting can be directed to Tom Parent, KFNA President & Chair of the Redevelopment Committee at tom@kingfield.org or Sarah Linnes-Robinson, Executive Director, at kfna@email.com or 612.823.5980.
Sep
22
Four Robberies 9/18/08
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On Thursday, September 18 there were four robberies of persons that were possibly related. The incidents occurred at 42 St W/Pleasant Av S, 48 St W/Harriet Av S, and 43 St W/Wentworth Av S, and the 1000 block of E. Minnehaha Parkway in the Third Precinct. They occurred between 7:45 p.m. and 9:p.m. The suspect(s) was armed with a handgun in all three cases.
The suspect(s) was described as:
1. black male, dark complexion, 15-20yo, 6’-6’3”, thin, small ponytail on top of head, wearing a dark colored jacket
or
2. black male, 15-17yo, 5’10-6’1”, thin, medium afro, wearing tan shirt or black hooded sweatshirt
There was a fourth robbery that occurred at approximately 2:00 a.m. on the 18th that does not appear related. The incident location was 42 St E/Nicollet Av. There were no weapons involved in this robbery. The suspects were described as two mixed race (possibly white and Native American) males, 19-25yo. The first suspect was 5’5”-5’7”, thin, light brown wavy hair, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and dark jeans. The second party was 5’8”-5’10”, medium to heavy, short straight brown hair, wearing a white t-shirt and blue jeans.
In response to the robberies, the Fifth Precinct commanders switched the focus zone of the precinct to 42 St-49 St/Lyndale Av-35W over the weekend. Squads from the Special Operations division also assisted in the robbery suppression effort. As a result, there were no further robberies in the focus zone.
If you are interested in personal safety/crime prevention tips, the Fifth Precinct SAFE team is hosting a personal safety workshop on Thursday, October 16 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Washburn High School 201 W 49 St. Contact Amy Lavender at (612) 673-5407 or amy.lavender@ci.minneapolis.mn.us for more info.
For additional crime prevention resources please visit the City of Minneapolis’s website at http://www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/police/crime-prevention/.
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Sep
14
Harvest Hoedown
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Harvest Hoedown
Friday October 3
6-10 PM
Get your two left feet right to 43rd & Nicollet!
Suggested donation for event $10 adults/$5 kids–all donations go 100% to the Kingfield Farmers’ Market! Grub and libations sold by Corner Table and Anodyne–two great local restaurants that support local farmers!
Sep
14
Board Meeting Minutes 7/08
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KFNA Board Meeting Minutes 7/9/08
Meeting called to order by Tom Parent at 7:05pm.
Board Members in Attendance: Marie Wolf, Chris DeParde, Jobylynn Sassily James, Robin Bipes, Chris Sur, Tom Parent, David Brauer, David Buchanan, Jeff Shaw, Karen Pieper, David Saddoris.
Board Members Absent: David Potosky, Mark Brandow
Community Forum
- Monica Hofe and Beth Larson were introduced as CPaS co-chairs.
- Samantha Loesch and Molly Hanson informed the board of their intent to open Kings Wine Bar at 46th St and Grand Ave. They need a liquor license and a parking variance. They are also experiencing some zoning issues with un-related businesses on the same property with may delay the opening. They hope to open their business this fall.
-Brain Cornell – MLK Park Director reported that over 100 people attended the “Bee” movie last month and will show “Night at the Museum” in September. Fundamental soccer is going very well with over 30 kids and 8 parents participating. Brian felt that the KFNA website works well to get information out to the neighborhood regarding park events. The July 24th KingPark Festival will “go green”.
New Board Member Appointed
- David Brauer made a motion to elevate Robin Bipes from board alternate to board member. Chris Sur seconded the motion and Robin was voted as the newest board member unanimously.
- David Saddoris questioned the percentage of board votes to elevate a board member. Sarah will research questions and make a recommendation for clarification to the bylaws at the next Annual Meeting.
David Brauer made a motion for Arthur Knowles to become second alternate to the board, behind the remaining alternate, Diana Schleisman. David Saddoris seconded the motion and it was carried by the full board.
Secretaries Report
- David Brauer moved to approve and Chris DeParde seconded. Motion based and minute from 6/11/08 board meeting were accepted.
Treasurers Report
- May, June, July, and August reports will be presented at the September board meeting for approval. The year-end will be in Peachtree, and the current year will be in Quickbooks. The bookkeeper will be in attendance to field questions from the board and help the board in understanding how to read the new financial reports.
Farmers Market
- Resignation of Market Coordinator: David Nicholson, farmers Market Committee Chair and David Brauer reported that Sheila Delaney has resigned as the Farmers Market Coordinator. David Brauer reported that Sheila felt she could not serve the needs of KFNA and Farmers Market duties. Sharon Nygren was offered as a replacement candidate for Sheila. Moving forward, David Brauer will get clear expectations from Sarah Linnes Robinson as to the needs of KFNA with regard to record keeping and collection of vendor fees. Continued discussion was held around the question of continuing this position into the future.
- David Brauer and David Nicholson reported that the Farmers Market would like to break from KFNA and go independent for the future sustainability of the market. They would like to commit to the current Kingfield location for next year and move independently as a “South Minneapolis” Market in 2010. Sarah Linnes Robinson gave her perspective on the market which include: making the market known as a KFNA market; insure a revenue stream for KFNA; insure that proper paper work and record keeping is maintained. She has struggled with these points through the past years. Sarah felt Sheila did have time for these KFNA priorities. She is unsure if hiring a new employee for this position is the right thing to do. JobyLynn felt that work on Sundays at the Farmers Market was too much for one person.
David Buchanan made a motion and then withdrew it to appoint the Farmer Market Committee to select a new coordinator. Tom Parent made a motion that the Executive Committee discuss this at the next Exec meeting. This was withdrawn. David Brauer moved that the KFNA board authorize the hiring of Farmers Market Coordinator to be mutually determined by the KFNA Executive Committee and the Farmers Market Committee chair under the same terms and job description as before. Motioned carried unanimously.
SMACC
- Jim Spensley spoke on behalf of SMACC. They need younger group of people to become involved in their organization. Jim reports there are more over flights in Kingfield and there is no reason for this. There is supposed to be no take offs from runway 35 over the city. This happened last year and there was no public outcry and flights continued this year.
- SMACC revised mission statement has is away from noise issues to safety and economic development concerns.
- They need more collaboration from people around the airport. Organizations may join and appoint a liaison to SMACC. Organizations can serve as a director, committee chair, and a voting member. They are soliciting for membership that costs $25.00. Tom Parent suggested KFNA look at the SMACC website.
E-Mail Policy Change
- The board reviewed an addition to the e-mail policy “…free and open to the public”. Chris Sur moved to accept change. David Saddoris moved to add “…held by Kingfield member”. The motion carried 6 aye / 3 nay / 2 abstentions.
Hiring Project Organizer
- The board reviewed the Project Organizer job description. Sarah would like to keep this person close to a half time position, the goal being to level work between Project Organizer and Executive Director. Sarah would like to eliminate the stipend due to recording issues. David Brauer moved to increase pay for this position to $17 - $19 per hour based on experience. Robin made an amendment to change the motion to “start at $17 and up based on experience”. The motion passed 9 aye /1 nay.
- Chris Sur moved to accept job description and Chris DeParde seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Foreclosure Lit Drop
- Tom Parent will head up a foreclosure information lit drop at 10AM on July 19th at Butter. The goal is to lit drop the 92 blocks of Kingfield.
Wall Dogs
- Sarah asked for Wall Dog volunteers to do various jobs on July 17 and July 26th. Food / site management / painting jobs are available.
- Sarah will e-mail WallDogs budget to board. The budget is $80k and a $7,000 deficit has accrued. KFNA share is $3,500. Walldogs is running a raffle ticket promo to eliminate this deficit.
KFNA Summer Fest
- Sarah asked for volunteers to help out July 24th for the KFNA Summer Fest. Jobs will include manning the KFNA information booth.
Block Club Task Force
- Michael Vanderford, West-of-King Block organizer, presented ideas to organize and develop strong block clubs through out Kingfield.
- Tom Parent and Chris DeParde created an action item list that KFNA can move forward with regarding block organization. These actions will include:
- Ice Cream scooping on registered blocks on NNO.
- Block organizational lit drop at each block party to include blank block map template and benefits of organizing a block club.
- Additional role of KFNA will to provide communication infrastructure by use of website and maintaining block club leader list.
Meeting Adjourned
- Meeting was adjourned by Tom Parent
Minutes prepared by Chris DeParde, KFNA Sectary.
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Approved by KFNA Board on 9/10/08.
Sep
9
KFNA Hiring Project Organizer
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Kingfield Neighborhood Association
Regular Position:
NRP Project Organizer
Background:
Kingfield Neighborhood, a largely residential neighborhood in South Minneapolis, is participating in the Minneapolis Neighborhood Revitalization Program. Many neighbors have a strong interest in building community within the neighborhood, and many NRP Action Plan strategies are focused on this goal. Additionally, there is a strong interest in increasing the safety and perception of safety in the neighborhood and this position will focus on strengthening neighbor’s relationships to each other and to KFNA.
Responsibilities:
The NRP Project Organizer will be responsible for initiation, oversight, and implementation of specific strategies in the NRP Action Plan. Tasks may involve, but are not to be limited to:
· Event Planning: annual garage sale, KFNA Festival, annual meeting, hazardous waste collection day, and other special events determined on an annual basis.
· Outreach: newsletter production oversight, block club organizing, support staff on Community Initiated Grants, door-knocking and phoning for special issues, and support of KFNA programming at MLK Park (including soccer, and senior exercise classes)
· Committee Support: work with the Crime Prevention and Safety Committee and its projects and initiatives, maintain a close working relationship with Martin Luther King Park and any citizen efforts there related to programming and/or safety. Other committees may fall under the oversight of the Project Organizer if they are working under the expected 80 per month average or if KFNA and the Project Organizer agree on the added responsibilities.
· Project Support: Other committees’ projects may also focus on outreach and connecting neighbors together and these could possibly be included as part of this position.
Work Method:
The approach to implementing the NRP strategies is to recognize, organize, and motivate involvement and leadership by neighborhood volunteers in each project. The person hired for this position will provide support where needed, including: assisting volunteers in defining goals for each project and recruiting necessary assistance from the community and/or city. The NRP Project Organizer must be able to balance many projects and/or tasks at one time. He or she must use appropriate judgment and ask for guidance to successfully balance volunteer recruitment efforts with project deadlines. A successful candidate must have good personal communication, writing and computer skills; website management knowledge would be a bonus. The NRP Project Organizer will work as an 80-hour-per month employee (20 hours per week), under the direction of the Kingfield Executive Director.
Compensation:
The workload is anticipated to be approximately 80 hours per month (half-time), with the possibly heavier time commitment in spring and summer. The contract offered is ongoing (pay will be itemized in an Employment Letter) but will start at $17 per hour with no vacation or sick benefits.
This position will be posted until filled. Questions should be directed to KFNA Executive Director, Sarah Linnes-Robinson, kfna@email.com or 612.823.5980. Interested persons should submit a one-page resume, cover letter, and three references via email by September 25, 2008.
Sep
9
KFNA Board Agenda 9/08
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Kingfield Neighborhood Association
Board Meeting AGENDA
SEPTEMBER, 2008
7 PM– MLK Park
7:00 Call to Order and Community Forum
7:15 Strong Schools Strong City Referendum Presentation and Q & A
7:35 Reports
• Secretary
• Treasurer
o Year End Report
o How to Read the new financial report, Lois Epstein, KFNA Bookkeeper
7:50 New Business
• HR Policy Amendment Recommendation—Stipend removal
• Related adjusted pay raise to account for above HR policy change for Linnes-Robinson
• Funding for Nicollet East Harriet Web Site request
8:20 Old Business
• SMACC Proposal
• Walldogs Report
• Website Updates
• Hiring of a Project Organizer
8:30 Committees and Task Forces:
o Redevelopment and Zoning
o NRP
o Green
o Newsletter
o King Bridge Partnership (update provided in writing)
o Farmers’ Market
o Crime Prevention and Safety (CPaS)
o Bike TF
Projects
o Transportation (Access Minneapolis Report:10 Year Plan and BRT)
o 40th & Lyndale
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Upcoming KFNA events:
2nd Annual Eating for Art
Thursday October 2
Local restaurants are donating a percentage of their sales this day to KFNA for community art projects including teeing up Walldogs and the art show 2009. Plan morning breakfast at Curran’s or Anodyne, grab a mid-morning treat at Butter, have lunch on the patio at Victor’s, and then dinner at El Paraiso and know that up to 31% of your tab is going directly to your neighborhood association—the more you eat then better we’ll look!
Harvest Hoedown
Friday, October 3 from 6-10:30
Leonardo’s Basement, KFNA, Corner Table and Anodyne are hosting a block party on E. 43rd Street between Nicollet and 1st Ave on PM. This will be a family event. Tickets will cost $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 6+. Tickets proceeds (donations) will support the Kingfield market; food sales will be kept by the partnering restaurants.
From 6-8 PM Kingfield neighbors will play in a bluegrass jam band. From 8-10 PM an organized band will play music for folk dancing. There will be a dance caller to demonstrate dance steps and call dances.
Our hope is that this will become an annual event.
KFNA is putting $750 toward this event through a Community Initiated Grant.
Sep
9
August 19, 2008
Kingfield Crime Prevention and Safety Meeting (CPaS) Meeting
Tuesday, August 18th
7:00-8:00 PM
MLK Park
Attendance: 9 total
Open Forum Issues of Concern:
Concerns were e-mailed to Tom Thompson regarding the Food distribution that took place at Macedonia Baptist Church. This was the main discussion during the meeting.
Tom Thompson has assisted with getting permits to close the streets, and assisted the Church with planning traffic flow.
Deacon Ellie Dildy, and volunteers from the Church have worked with the neighbors that were impacted by the last food distribution.
Deacon Ellie Dildy and Augustine Gracor, representatives from Macedonia Baptist Church, located at 3801 1st Avenue South in Minneapolis, came to the meeting to discuss and explain the Food Distribution that will take place on Tuesday, Aug 26th. The first distribution that took place about a month was a huge success; people eventually had to be turned away because there wasn’t enough food. The overwhelming number of people that showed up was not anticipated. They are expecting somewhere around 850-900 people to show.
The streets from south of 38th Street to 40th will be closed. The food distribution is setup and out in the middle of the street on 38th – line-up starts no earlier than 4:00pm – registration begins at 4:00pm – distribution starts at 5:00pm until the food is gone.
Lori Johnson From Second Harvest attended as well; they have partnered with Macedonia in this event. Because of the success this has produced, another date has been scheduled after this Tuesday’s distribution, September 23rd, which will take place at the same location. Macedonia is looking into starting a food shelf.
There will be and about 100-105 volunteers will always be needed to help with patrolling the streets and keeping order, just milling about helping where needed and showing support and presence for Kingfield, and assisting with distribution.
Mass advertising isn’t done for the fact they don’t want more people than there is food, just word of mouth. Everyone is hoping all goes well and doesn’t cause a commotion as the last handout did, and that they don’t have to turn many people away.
Neighborhood Crime Reports:
CPS Tom Thompson reported that generally crime stats are remaining low.
Court Watch Program: Lisa Goden attended the meeting and recapped the Court Watch Program
King Field Block Organizing Task Force: No one from this task force was available to attend the meeting