Board members present: Chris Sur, Chris DeParde, Dean Muldoon, Jeff Bajek, Marie Wolf, Tom Parent, Scott Bordon, Marshall Onsrud, David Saddoris, Jeff Bajek, David Potosky, Mark Brandow,

Move to approve June/July minutes. (Approved)

Treasurers Report

Review 09 end of year statement. Motion to accept end of year statement 09 (Approved) Review June/July 09 Statement. Motion to accept  June/July 09 statement (Approved)

Board Member Participation Report

Show up!

Old Business
Farmer’s Market Assets :

Motion that assets that formerly belonged to KFNA that now become part of the farmers market. This includes : on site storage, tables, chairs, canopies, folding tables, storage bins, etc.

Discussion of policy regarding how the KFNA table is used at the farmer’s market. Motion that outside organizations that use KFNA’s table adhere to the same community table guidelines to which outside organizations using other farmer’s market tables adhere to today.

New Business:

Moving of NRP Funds. Motion to migrate $20k of funds formerly allocated to  to provide grants supporting under-served populations to administration. This funding will primarily be used to fund block club organizing efforts. (Approved)

CPAS Citizen Inspector Program. Not popular in its current form among board member. May face difficulty meeting board approval.

Side yard variance Request for Vanderford’s (Approved) Creation of a school committee or task force that will assist Kingfield’s new community school and Minneapolis Public Schools with the Changing School Options transition.  Please review proposal by board at http://www.mpls.k12.mn.us/Changing_School_Options.html
–documents to review on right sidebar.

Motion to start a youth and schools committee. (Approved) Motion to start a youth and schools task force. (Declined)

Interested board members will meet ahead of time to establish a game plan. Email notice will go out next Tuesday. Initial meeting Tuesday the 29th. Regular meeting dates/times will be established at this meeting.

Other Committees, Task Force and Project Reports:
3912/3916 Blaisdell Update : the city will not sell the 3916 lot until they have heard from KFNA regarding possible options for the property NRP : did not meet Green : Graffiti Grant Update is happening fast. Will be gathering content from local artists to decorate utility boxes throughout the neighborhood.
Newsletter : just out
Crime Prevention and Safety (CpaS)
40th & Lyndale TF
Transportation
1.BRT Project
2.Lyndale Reconstruction
3.King Bridge Partnership –not active
4.UPA (including Sound Walls) : meeting coming soon regarding grafiti prevention … monday, 09/14/2009

Upcoming events

Community Garden tour : Thursday, September 10th Will tour 11 gardens in a two hour time period

Minutes were approved 11/09 by the KFNA Board despite a lack of names for who made or approved motions.  This is the most complete set of minutes available.

                                          KINGFIELD NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION
                                    
Members present: Dean Muldoon, JobyLynn Sassily-James, Arthur Knowles, Chris Sur, Marie Wolf, Marshall Onstrud, Scott Bordon. Also present: Sarah Linnes-Robinson, Robyn Bipes, Andrea Jenkins (Councilwoman Glidden’s aide), Eiddie(?) ____., Carol Dixon, Wade Keller, and Brian ____, from MPHA.

 A quorum being present, the meeting was called to order at 7:08 P.M.

 Community forum, and consideration of the Secretary’s report and Treasurer’s report were postponed until later in the meeting by general assent. New Business, point 2. (3912/3916 Blaisdell recommendation) was moved to the top of the agenda, again by general assent.

New Business:
 2. 3912/3916 Blaisdell recommendation
  Sarah Linnes-Robinson gave a brief history of the five-plex which has been foreclosed by
  Bremer Bank, and the adjacent vacant lot, now owned by the city of Minneapolis, and an    update on the present situation. [During this update Board Members Tom Parent and
  Dave Saddoris arrived.]
 To summarize: The Kingfield Neighborhood Association has taken an active position in
 addressing the situation presented by the foreclosure of this five-unit rental property. We have
 tried to work with Bremer Bank, with little success, and with councilwoman Glidden and the
 city of Minneapolis, and the current tenants to insure future development of the property within
 the Redevelopment Guidelines established by this Board.
 Brian ____, of the MPHA presented a preliminary plan by the Public Housing Authority to dev-
 elope both lots into five separate units of three to four bedrooms with garages arranged around a
 central patio. Some or all of these units might be part of a pilot “rent to own” program envisioned
 by MPHA. In any case, the two present tenants would receive some monies for moving expenses
 and displacement funds.
 Sarah Linnes-Robinson and Robyn Bipes informed us that a private developer has made an offer
 for the five-plex, which Bremer Bank has accepted. The private offer is considerably in excess of
 the amount MPHA is able to offer, but the agreement is tentative, pending inspections and
 approvals. A final decision should come within two weeks. The City has informed the developer
 that it has no intention of selling him the vacant lot, and that may affect the final decision.
 Tom Parent moved, and Marie Wolf seconded, that the Neighborhood support the MPHA in their
 acquisition of the two lots, and the development of five units of affordable housing with 3-4
 bedrooms each, should the present private offer fall through.
  Scott Bordon and Chris Sur abstained. All others voted “Aye”: motion passed.
 [Councilwoman Elisabeth Glidden arrived during the above discussion] The City of Minneapolis
 has made clear, through Councilwoman Glidden, that it has no desire to sell the vacant lot to a
 private developer, but would encourage the acquisition of that lot by the Kingfield Neighborhood
 Association, either for community utility, or for leverage in shaping future development.
 Tom Parent moved, and Joby-Lynn S-J seconded, that the Neighborhood Board establish a task
 Force to explore the feasibility of creating a Community Development Corporation for the
 Neighborhood, specifically with regard to the properties at 3912/3916 Blaisdell, and report
 back to the Board.
  Chris Sur abstained. All others voted “Aye”: motion passed.

Community Forum was officially opened.
 Wade Keller asked about the present status of the search for dog park in Kingfield.
 Sarah Linnes-Robinson and Elisabeth Glidden provided background information. Specifically
 The Park Board said  “NO WAY!”. The Neighborhood is continuing to pursue the matter, focused   on the southwest slopes of King  Park, or the northwest corner of the Park, or other areas. Stress is
 given to the “Crime and Safety” angle to exert pressure on the Park Board.

The Secretary’s and Treasurer’s reports were brought up for consideration at this time, but as various Board
 members had not had time to consider them, it was decided to table them for the September
 meeting.

New Business
1. Youth Portrait Public Art Project with Leonardo’s  Basement
As the funds requested came from the proceeds of the Neighborhood Art Show, which are
designated for the promotion of Neighborhood Arts, Joby-Lynn S-J moved, and Dean Muldoon seconded, to allocate the monies requested (‘$2000.00) for this “Faces of
Kingfield” project. Questions were raised about the ephemeral nature of the art, and
whether a more multi-generational  project would have more support. All art is ephemeral, and something involving all ages may well be a follow-up project.
 Chris Sur abstained. All others voted “Aye”: motion passed.
3. Mis Ninos
This is a proposal to build a bi-lingual day care center on the three lots south of Mulroy’s
Body Shop. The principals gave a fine and relatively detailed presentation to the
Redevelopment Committee in June. Questions were raised concerning the disposition of
various mature trees on the lot, but overall the presentation was well received. As the principals did not request any specific Neighborhood action at this time, Tom Parent (co-
chair of Redevelopment) recommended that no action be taken at this time by the Board.
No action was taken.
 4.    Cookie Cart Statement of Support
                       A Neighborhood statement of support for the Cookie Cart participation in the Nicollet
                       Square project was supported by Neighborhood Staff and the Redevelopment Committee.
                        As amended by Dave Saddoris (friendly amendment, accepted) the statement of
                       Support reads:
  The Kingfield Neighborhood Association affirms its support of the Nicollet Square
                              Housing and retail development at 37th and Nicollet Ave. S. and expresses support for
                               The Cookie Cart to open a youth operated coffee shop/bakery as part of the project.
                                KFNA would be willing to be a partner on grant requests written by Cookie Cart, and
                                 to assist in grant preparation and proofing of sections pertaining to KFNA, as needed.
                               Additionally, KFNA is committed to help Cookie Cart succeed, and will assist in
                                Introducing and marketing the organization to Kingfield and the surrounding
    Neighborhoods and organizations.
                         Tom Parent moved, and JobyLynn S-J seconded, to accept this letter of support. Chris
                          Sur abstained. All others voted “Aye”: motion passed.
4. Placement of Park Board Lakes District Representative
                Arthur Knowles volunteered to be the Neighborhood Representative to the Park Board
                              Lakes District for the following year. No one else wanted the job.

Old Business
 FM Assets
  Final allocation of the Farmer’s Market Assets owned by the Kingfield Neighborhood
  has not yet been dealt with. Tom Parent moved, and Dave Saddoris seconded, that the use
  of such assets be granted to the Farmer’s Market, until an allocation can be worked out.
   Chris Sur abstained. All others voted “Aye”: motion passed.
  As the Board is not meeting in the month of August, Tom Parent moved, and Dave
  Saddoris seconded, that the Board delegate to the Executive Committee of the Board the
  oversight and approval of any contact revisions with the Farmer’s Market.
   Chris Sur abstained. All others voted “Aye”: motion passed.
Other Committees, Task Forces and Project Reports
 Redevelopment and Zoning
  Graffiti grant update:
  Our anti-graffiti grant is focusing on three areas: alleys, sound walls, and utility boxes.
  Alleys could be running murals or plantings; sound walls involve various bureaucracies,
  none of which wants to take responsibility for maintenance; and ideas for wrapping the
  the utility boxes progresses.
 NRP
  Green Committee
  The Hour Car is coming this next week! And we (the Neighborhood) gets a membership.
  4307 Wentworth is lining up with the Land Trust.
 Crime Prevention and Safety (CpaS)
  The cop bike is paid in full
 40th &Lyndale TF – meeting scheduled for 7/27

At 8:49 P.M. Arthur Knowles moved to adjorn.

 These minutes respectively submitted to Secretary Dean Muldoon, and Sarah Linnes-Robinson, Staff, by Arthur Knowles. 7/10/09

Board members present: Chris Sur, Chris DeParde, JobyLynn Sassily-James, Dean Muldoon, Jeff Bajek, Marie Wolf, Tom Parent, David Potosky, Scott Bordon, Marshall Onsrud, David Saddoris,

Secretaries Report
Chris DeParde moves to approve the May minutes.  JobyLynn Sassily-James seconds the motion.  The motion prevails.  Chris Sur abstains.

Treasurers Report
• Program income now reflected on budget to include Center for Energy and Environment (CEE) Home Loan Program, which administers home programs for 5% home loan program
• NRP contract closing notation started in yr 2000
• Currently have dual contracts running with NRP (Phase I/Phase II)
• Still have $24,000 – $34,000 from Phase I NRP administration contract
–The exact dollar amounts have yet to be determined
(Administration project is KFNA staff, communications, operating, insurance etc.)
• Would like to reallocate/roll over Phase I into Phase II administration due to Phase I being closed by NRP

Motion- Tom Parent moves to close Phase I NRP contract administration project moving forward to Phase II NRP contract as dictated by our bylaws
David Potosky seconds the motion.  The motion prevails. Chris Sur abstains.

’09-’10 Budget review– $24,691 in account
• No major changes
• Prepared Jan/Feb of each year
• Fiscal year is June 1
• Itemized by expected income/expected expenses by project
• Close to balancing other than what is raised by donations
• Most money is paid to KFNA by reimbursement

New Items

Home Grown Minneapolis
• Jenny Green (KFNA resident) to present to the board (no show)
• Item is tabled for now
Schools/Youth committee proposal
• Discussion before Board meeting to have task force or committee for youth initiatives.
• No further discussion during Board meeting
• Continuing discussions as to which is appropriate to come in future meetings
Graffiti Grant
• KFNA received a $9350.00 graffiti abatement grant from the city of Minneapolis
• Working to reduce graffiti on utility boxes
• 25 Utility boxes – only two have no graffiti
• Exploring wrapping with photographic image—looking at possibly doing RFPs for photographers in neighborhood
• Cost for wrapping is significantly less due to no paint prepping.  Product is has anti-graffiti coating on surface. Company who would install them would pull permits, while possibly installing some for free
• Sarah Gleason working with block leaders to do alley-long murals
• Sound wall mural possible for 38th and Stevens–Elizabeth Glidden working with MnDot for agreement

Community Building Public Art Project
• In conjunction with Leonardo’s Basement
• Brought forth due to tension in neighborhood in response to Changing School Option
• Art created by youth—4 different mediums put on lawn signs with some sort of message/or no message
• Self portraits or portraits of others in community
• Requesting $2500 from KFNA Art Show funds to fund “Faces of Kingfield”
• General Board discussion about whether or not CSO should be tied to this project
Motion- Jeff Bajek moves that the Board tables until next meeting until there is a concrete proposal if there will be any message on signs.  David Potosky seconds an amended motion that in the meantime individuals interested in discussing the project can get together and report back to the board. The motion prevails.  Abstaining: Chris Sur, Chris DeParde, JobyLynn,

Super America Façade Proposal
• Elizabeth Glidden approached Sarah LR to develop a proposal for a project to create a mural at the SA located at 40th and Lyndale Avenue node
• Would also include removal of electrical sign on front of building
• Sarah LR has already put three hours toward the project proposal
Motion-Tom Parent moves that the Board allow Sarah Linnes-Robinson to provide time to help develop a mural proposal for the 40th and Lyndale Taskforce.  Jeff Bajek seconds the motion. The motion prevails. Abstaining: Chris Sur, Scott Bordon, David Potosky, David Saddoris.

Redevelopment/zoning

• 3700 Retail space update
• Cookie Cart interested—non-profit that bakes cookies for kids
• Customers are non-profits and businesses—never done retail before
• No business plan yet
• Sarah has met with Executive Director and Board Chair
• Need to make commitment by July 1
• Will be present at June Redevelopment meeting

• Driftwoods
• Liquor license review
• Must sell 60/40 alcohol food ratio—not met
Issues
• Noise
• Inebriated security
• People being accosted
• Cars hit in parking lot
• Past history a concern
• Committee did not agree to approve upgrade

Motion-Tom Parent moves that The Board approve recommendations/conditions from the Redevelopment Committee and direct either Committee Chair or KFNA staff to write a letter to The City licensing inspector.  David Saddoris seconds the motion.  The motion prevails.  Chris Sur abstains.

NCEC (Neighborhood Community Engagement Committee)
• Last NCEC Task Force Meeting developed the voting process
• Open forum/questioning of candidates same night as election
• Election for remaining seats is June 16
Green
• Hour Car
• Red Honda Fit
• Will be promoted at Farmer’s Market
• No monthly charge for KFNA Hour Car account
• Possibly serve ice cream from Hour Car during NNO
• Incentive for signing up by taking Minnesota Energy Challenge in July (free membership)
• Discussed community gardens/assessing lots

Newsletter
• Coming out in one week

CPaS
• $220 for police bike
• More hours to be devoted to Kingfield using bike patrol
• Forum June 11th criminal justice system process forum with city and county attorney offices present
• Chirs Dixon replaced Lisa Goden

Transportation/BRT

• Discussion about how bikers/walkers will safely access 46th Street Station
• Which agency is responsible for each element of project and entry ways to the project
• Lyndale construction—open at the creek now

Other

Doorknocking
Email Sarah Gleason to sign up

Motion-David Saddoris moves to amend May minutes. Tom Parent seconds. The motion prevails.
Motion-Scott Bordon moves to amends the May minutes Tom Parent seconds.  The motion prevails.

FM Assets outstanding
Motion-Jeff Bajek moves to postpone one more month. Chris DeParde seconds the motion.  The motion prevails.

Farmer’s Market sign up
• Volunteer to talk about what KFNA does
• Sarah Gleason can help (prefer not to have staff)
• Have a stack of newsletters
• Information about police bikes

3912/3916 Blaisdell Update

• Bremer is not interested in purchase of property—lowered the price
• Many speculators looking
• Had block meeting on the block
• Neighbors interested in having someone get vacant lot so it is not sold to a speculator/developer
• Best plan to find non-profit developer to individually buy from Bremer and the City
• Trying to get Bremer to agree to a 90-day holding period
• Public Housing is interested/possible use of stimulus money
• Neighbors would like development that is five units or less
• Tom Parent to draft a letter that states the site project meets neighborhood development goals and contributes to the livability of the neighborhood.
Content of letter to be voted on via email
Motion-Tom Parent moves to adjourn. Chris Sur seconds the motion.  The motion prevails.

Adjourn 8:50 pm

Additional minutes outside of regular Board Meeting:

• Tom Parent did write a letter about 3916 / 3912 Blaisdell as discussed at the Board meeting and is an accurate representation of our policies without committing KFNA to anything specific to the proposed development.
• Tom Parent moved via email–TO SEND THE ATTACHED LETTER ON BEHALF OF KFNA.”
• Sur, DeParde, Muldoon, Bordon, Potosky, and Sassily James voted aye via e-vote. The motion prevails

Respectfully submitted:  Dean F. Muldoon

Approved by KFNA Board:  __7/2009__________________________________
June 15, 2009

To: Cora McCorvey, Executive Director
Minneapolis Public Housing Authority
1001 Washington Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55401

Dear Ms. McCorvey,
Thank you in your interest in developing a project in the Kingfield Neighborhood of Minneapolis. Kingfield is a vibrant, diverse neighborhood that endeavors to support, sustain and enrich our community through sound development policy and thoughtful community engagement.

While we cannot speak directly to your proposed development, as we have not seen a formal submittal and have just begun a meaningful process with you, the Kingfield Neighborhood Association (KFNA) has long-standing policy that your project seems to align with. Through our Affordable Housing Statement and Redevelopment Guidelines (both available at www.kingfield.org), KFNA promotes development that is affordable, fits in the context of the neighborhood and whose density is appropriate for a vibrant urban neighborhood. While Blaisdell Avenue is not one of the streets explicitly cited in those documents as being in need of increased density, in comments we have heard from neighbors adjacent to the property in question thus far there have been no qualms with the existing density of 5 units on the site.

Again, the Kingfield Neighborhood Association cannot take any formal position on your proposed development on Blaisdell Avenue until a proposal has been made and there has been meaningful community engagement, but the Board of Directors of KFNA appreciates your desire to build in our neighborhood and is excited to work with you to achieve a project that meets neighborhood development goals, contributes to the livability of our neighborhood and is something we can all be proud of. Please contact Sarah Linnes-Robinson, the Executive Director of KFNA (), or I () with any questions or concerns, otherwise we look forward to working with you going forward.

Sincerely,
Sarah Linnes-Robinson,
Executive Director, KFNA