Kingfield Neighborhood Association

Annual Meeting

April 17, 2006

Minutes

 

Board Members Present:

Thor Anderson, JobyLynn, Mark Hinds, Darrell Gerber, Martha Ingram, Ben Kristensen, Erik Lindseth, Dave Saddoris, Pete Hallstrom, Diana Schleisman, Ryan Raleigh, and Niki Valens.

Board Members Absent:

None

Others Present:

60 neighborhood residents, various elected officials, neighborhood staff.

Meeting called to order:

Lindseth called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m., welcomed the community, and introduced board members who provided a summary of KFNA committees and activities.

Lindseth presented a KFNA By-Law change as detailed below.  It was voted on by the community with a show of hands.  All members voted to approve the change. 

Kingfield Neighborhood Association Proposed Bylaw Changes 4/17/06

(Underlined phrases are proposed to be added to the Bylaws.)

Article 4 (Board of Directors), subsection D (Vacancies) is proposed to be amended as follows:

                1.             Vacancies Among Directors.  Vacancies occurring on the Board other than those cause by the expiration of a term of office shall be filled by the appointment of a Director by the remaining Directors, from among the alternates elected at the last annual meeting in order of the highest number of votes received.  If no alternates remain to be appointed, the Board of Directors by a two-thirds (2/3) vote may appoint a Member of the Association to serve as a Director.  A Director appointed to fill a vacancy shall hold office for the remainder of the unexpired term of his or her predecessor and until his or her successor shall be elected and qualified.  A vacancy may be created by the resignation in writing of a Director upon delivery to the President, the automatic removal of a Director through excessive absence as defined in section G of this Article, or by removal of a Director as provided for in section G of this Article.  A vacancy shall be declared by the President at the first meeting after it occurs and may be filled immediately.

                2.             Vacancies Among Alternates.  If at any time fewer than three (3) alternates remain from among those elected at the annual meeting as provide in Article 4, section C, the Board of Directors by a two-thirds (2/3) vote may appoint a Member of the Association to serve as an alternate for the balance of the one (1) year term.

Kingfield NRP Phase II Plan Presentation and Community Vote

Knowles and Valens, NRP Steering Committee Members, presented a summary of the NRP Phase I Wrap-up and the NRP Phase II Planning process.  The briefly summarized the structure of the plan and KFNA Executive Director, Linnes-Robinson, explained restrictions upon the neighborhood in the allocation of the Phase II dollars and answered questions concerning the Phase II spreadsheet summary. 

The only question coming from the community was why some strategies had $0 allocated to them.  It was explained that these items were raised by the community as priorities but were not eligible for funding with in the NRP funds.  They were noted so that they are remembered and still focused on in the future. 

A vote was taken of the community with a show of hands.  All members in attendance voted in favor of the plan, none voted against it, or abstained from voting.  

Board Elections:

Twelve candidates vied for seven open board positions.  Those elected for two year terms which will expire in April 2008 include: Darrell Gerber; Dave Saddoris, Niki Valens, Arthur Knowles, Ben Kristensen, JobyLynn, and Shawna Gibson.  Kathy McGillvray, Ryan Raleigh, Tom Parent, Ann Becher-Ingwalson, and Ed Racky will serve as alternates. 

Public Officials:

Hennepin county Commissioner Gail Dorfman, State Rep. Frank Hornstein, and City Councilmembers Elizabeth Glidden and Scott Benson addressed the meeting. 

Meeting Adjourned:

The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.

Minutes respectfully submitted by Sarah Linnes-Robinson.

KFNA Board Secretary – Thor Anderson
KFNA Board President – Erik Lindseth

Kingfield Neighborhood Association
Board of Directors Meeting
March 8, 2006

Minutes

Attendance
Board Members Present: Joby Lynn White-Wiedow, Ben Kristensen, Martha Ingram, Peter Hallstrom, Erik Lindseth, Mark Hinds, Thor Anderson, Darrel Gerber, Dave Saddoris

KFNA Staff Present: Sarah Linnes-Robinson

Board Members Absent: Ryan Raleigh, Niki Valens, and Diana Schleisman

Meeting Called to Order:
7:08 PM

Community Forum:
Margaret Hastings:  A neighborhood homeless activist informed the board that she would be having a vigil to recognize the issues of homelessness in the Kingfield neighborhood and citywide.  Hastings informed the board that the vigil would be held at Martin Luther King Park on March 31st from 7 pm to 8 am.  Hastings encouraged all to attend and partake in the vigil. Hastings also informed the board that the film “Illegal to be Homeless” would be shown at Martin Luther King Park on March 28th from 7pm to 9pm.  Erik Lindseth informed Hastings that the Kingfield Neighborhood Association would put the needed information regarding the vigil and send it out on the KFNA email list.

Reports:
Secretary’s Report
January and February minutes were reviewed.

Treasure Report
Balance sheets reviewed.  Sarah Linnes-Robinson also informed the board that the audit was completed and Linnes-Robinson provided the reasoning for the auditor’s findings.  Mark Hinds moved to accept the Auditors findings Joby Lynn White-Wiedow seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously.

Redevelopment and Zoning
No items

NRP
No items

Green
No Items

King Bridge Partnership
Hinds reported that the Southwest Journals March 27th issue would have a drawbridge contest.  Hinds noted that entries could be submitted online.

Farmer’s Market
No items

Art is the Key
No items

Bus Rapid Transit Meeting
Lindseth reported that there were no minutes from the meeting, however, there were 60-70 people at the meeting and MNDOT and the Met Council provided presentations with a Q & A session regarding BRT.  Darrel Gerber provided a brief synopsis of the BRT plan and the timeline of its development along 35W.  Gerber also informed the board that the MNDOT website offers a more details of the BRT plans for 35W.

Mosaic Mural Update
Linnes-Robinson reported that the mural is not going up at Frame-Up location and the project is on hold until another suitable location can be found.  Lindseth informed Linnes-Robinson that KFNA should continue discussions with the Artists on possible alternatives.

Old Business:
Presentation of the draft Kingfield Phase II NRP Plan: changes from February
Linnes-Robinson provided an update and changes of the NRP Phase II p\Plan.  Also comments on the changes were noted in handout provided by Linnes-Robinson.  Hinds moved to accept the changes to the Kingfield Phase II NRP Plan Thor Anderson seconded the motion and the motion carried unanimously.

Farmers Market’s Positions
Linnes-Robinson informed the board that the Farmers Market coordinator position should be split into two:
Person would coordinate on-site issues of the Market (i.e. dealing with venders).
Market Administrator position dealing with all activities off-site (i.e. marketing, newsletter, etc.).
Lindseth noted that Linnes-Robison should post the new positions on the KFNA website and the KFNA email listserv until March 17th 2006.  Linnes-Robison would then hire for the positions.
Hinds moved to accept splitting the current Farmer’s Market position into two and posting the positions on KFNA website and email listserv. Ingram seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.  Ingram also moved that the KFNA hiring practices be reviewed at the next Executive Committee.  Hallstrom seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

New Business:
KFNA Insurance Update
Linnes-Robinson informed the board that KFNA has a new insurance agent and that our current policy with State Farm Insurance is not sufficient.  Linnes-Robison and our agent continue to search for a new insurance provider.

Update on the development at 19th West 38th Street
Chris Rydrick developer of 19th West 38yh street provided a detailed update and informed the board that he would be going to the Planning Commission March 27th for a variance request. Rydrick noted that he would like the board to support the four variances and provide a letter of support.  Hinds motioned that the Kingfield board support the four variances for the development at 19th West 38th Street.  Gerber seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

University of Minnesota and Minneapolis Neighborhood Information System’s GIS Training
Lindseth informed the board that through the University of Minnesota and the Minneapolis Neighborhood Information Systems neighborhoods are offered GIS software and training at a reduce price of $100.00 and a membership into the Minneapolis Neighborhood Information System for $250.00.  Gerber noted that the GIS software and training would benefit KFNA greatly with development and planning issues.  Hinds motioned that KFNA pay up to $350.00 to buy the GIS software and pay the membership fee of $250.00 to join the Minneapolis Neighborhood Information System.  Peter Hallstrom seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

StormWater Management Project Design and Construction Contract
Dave Saddoris provided an update regarding the bid process for the Stormwater Management Contract.  Saddoris noted that the Green Committee reviewed two bids and decided that Kestrel’s experience and costs were better of the two bids.  The construction schedule should begin this fall and consist of six residential and three commercial sites. Jody Lynn White-Wiedow moved to accept the Bid contract as amended with Kestrel.  Saddoris seconded the motion and it was passed unanimously.  A second motion was moved by Martha Ingram to authorize NRP monies of up to $24,999.99 in the scope of services to Kestrel’s contract.  Lynn White-Wiedow seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

Executive Committee
Gerber motioned that the Executive Committee review KFNA’s Fixed Asset, Email, and Financial Policies.  Ingram seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

Executive Director Review and 2006 Budget postponed until April meeting.
Hinds motioned that the Executive Director’s review be moved to the April board meeting. Lynn White-Wiedow seconded the motion and it passed unanimously.

Meeting Adjourned:
Meeting adjourned at 9:10 PM.

Minutes respectfully submitted by Ben Kristensen.

Reviewed by KFNA Board Secretary Thor Anderson
Approved by KFNA Board President Erik Lindseth

Kingfield Neighborhood Association

Board of Directors Meeting

February 8, 2006

Minutes

Attendance

Board Members Present: Joby Lynn White-Wiedow, Dave Saddoris, Ryan Raleigh, Sean Wherley, Martha Ingram, Peter Hallstrom, Erik Lindseth, Mark Hinds, , Thor Anderson, Niki Valens, Diana Schleisman, Darrel Gerber

KFNA Staff Present: Sarah Linnes-Robinson

Board Members Absent: Ben Kristensen

Meeting Called to Order:

7:05 PM

Community Forum:

• Elizabeth Glidden: 8^th Ward Council Member – Introduced herself and announced upcoming “Transit Options for 35W) meeting taking place on Feb 27, 7pm.  She encouraged KFNA Board to participate and distribute on email list.
• Niki Valens: Reported on recent burglary and arson at Paterson’s Flowers on 38^th and Grand.  Owners disappointed but intend to rebuild on site and Kingfield residents encouraged to support business during difficult time.
• Mary and Dan Hunter:  Introduced selves as new expectant owners of Bakery on Grand, and they are thrilled to be part of community and look for neighborhood support down the line.
• Minneapolis Police present information and answer questions regarding the January 23 murder at 4325 Pillsbury:
  • 5^th Precinct Commander Arneson introduced other police officers present and explained efforts to communicate crime issues to community members.
  • Detective Edwards (Homicide) explained that this homicide was not a random crime, and that the victim was targeted.  While, he can’t explain what was found, the victim had certain items that may have been what was wanted.  Lots of physical evidence, and ongoing investigations have turned up leads.  The detective assured those present that while event occurred in Kingfield, this is not an act that suggests the neighborhood is any more dangerous.
  • A discussion on crime in the neighborhood in general ensued:
    • A neighbor explained that a recent burglary in her house coupled with this event suggest to her that crime is up.  Commander Arneson responded that statistics may or may not support this assertion, but the perception as such is as important as statistics.
    • Commander Arneson confirmed that there is an uptick in burglary in the neighborhood and she encouraged basic crime prevention tactics:  close windows, lock doors, report suspicious activity.  She also confirmed evidence of rise in graffiti and provided information regarding a neighborhood meeting on Wednesday 15^th.
    • When asked about the root causes of crime in the neighborhood, she reported that drugs and non-neighborhood residents contribute greatly to the problem
    • Update on personal robberies that occurred in Nov and Dec 05 is that there hasn’t been a recurrence from “band of youths” mugging since December 15.
    • Reported on robbery task force with plainclothes cops and “spycars” established to fight incidence of robbery.
    • Joby-Lynn asked about panhandlers in middle of night, and she was encouraged to call 911 to report any suspicious activity.

Reports:

Secretary’s Report
January minutes not available, so moved to carry over approval to March Board meeting.

Treasure Report
Balance sheets reviewed.  Hinds requested that future balance sheets include a breakdown of sources of program income.

Redevelopment and Zoning: No items

NRP
Sarah Linnes-Robinson responded to inquiry from Lindseth about why KFNA doesn’t need to respond to recent NRP Policy Board changes…which is because KFNA will have no impact on steps being taken.

Green
No Items

King Bridge Partnership
No items

Farmer’s Market
Linnes-Robinson reported that discussions continue with the leasee of the kidney dialysis office at 4310 Nicollet Avenue South about moving the market to that location. 

Art is the Key

Linnes-Robinson explained that 6 submissions have been submitted for the March 25 event/fund raiser. 

10 Year Transportation Plan

Gerber discussed a gaps analysis in bike pathways throughout MPLS, and explained that there is a lack of commuter bikeways running N-S into down town.  He also reported that the same contractor undertaking bikeways gaps analysis will also be looking into streetcars in MPLS

Old Business

Mural:
Mosaic Mural Update:  Property owner has not responded to recent inquiries, and thus KFNA and artist will begin looking for another site.

New Items

·                Chris Kennely from Lander spoke on Additional Variance Requests and Loan Agreement for 38.

o                   He reported a June construction start with occupancy expected in fall of 2007

o                   Explained how Neighborhood Charette and KFNA Development Guidelines were utilized in the design of the 38

o                   $11 million total budget, about 2 million in public finance

o                   To date, about 13 sales reservations (6 converted to purchase agreement)

o                   Billboards will remain, Clear Channel may provide improvements

o                   Kennely explained the variances requested (see attached Lander letter) and asked for Board approval.

o                   Also explained the low interest loan agreement for 160k and the affordable housing component 

Wherley moved to approve variance request.  Joby-Lyn 2^nd, passed unanimously

Hinds explained the low-interest loan.  Discussion of loan details and contract suggested that legalese needs to be ironed out, but the Board is only approving the agreement conceptually.  Contract details will come back to Board for approval.  Wherley moved to accept, Gerber 2^nd, passed unanimously.   Hinds proceeded to explain TIF program and financing in 38, and encouraged the Board to be on record supporting TIF investment.  Hinds moved to support TIF funding for 38, Raleigh 2^nd. Passed with Martha Ingram abstaining (conflicted).

 

NRP Phase II Plan Report and Presentation

Wherley introduced outline of funding allocation for NRP Phase II.  Hinds moved to approve, Ingram 2^nd.  Linnes-Robinson explained that approved draft plan will be distributed to jurisdictional partners for finalization.  The Board will revisit at March meeting if any substantial changes are necessary.  Passed unanimously.

Incarnation Church representative, Molly Dean, introduced herself and stated her organizations intentions to work on housing in the neighborhood.  Linnes-Robinson explained low-income emergency program could be helpful for Incarnation Church to assist.  Hinds introduced as chair of Redevelopment Committee, and encouraged her to contact him discuss neighborhood housing matters.

Bylaws change

Hinds moved to pass proposed bylaw change regarding approval of new Board members and alternates.  Passed anonymously.

Executive Director Review and 2006 Budget postponed until March meeting.

Meeting Adjourned:

Meeting adjourned at 9:40 PM.

Minutes respectfully submitted by Ryan Raleigh.

Reviewed by KFNA Board Secretary Thor Anderson
Approved by KFNA Board President Erik Lindseth

Kingfield Neighborhood Association

Board of Directors Meeting
January 11, 2006

Minutes

Attendance
Board Members Present: Joby Lynn White-Wiedow, Dave Saddoris, Sean Wherley, Martha Ingram, Peter Hallstrom, Erik Lindseth, Mark Hinds, Ben Kristensen, Thor Anderson, Niki Valens, Darrell Gerber

KFNA Staff Present: Sarah Linnes-Robinson

Kingfield Community Members Present:  Jeanne Massey, Abby Andrusco, Ken Bearman

Others Present: Britt Johnsen, SW Journal; Andy Lugar, Hennepin County Atty candidate; Becca Dagget; Jim Farsted, City of Minneapolis BIS; Elizabeth Glidden, 8th Ward; Scott Benson, 11th Ward

Board Members Absent: Diana Schleisman, Ryan Raleigh

Meeting Called to Order:

7:05 PM

Community Forum:

•     Abby Andrusco introduced herself as representative of new church, Solomon’s Porch, going in to old Hobart location.

* Ken Bearman introduced himself as a Fair Vote Minnesota founding member and was present to enthusiastically endorse IRV.
* Andy Lugar introduced himself as a Hennepin County Attorney candidate.

Becca Vargo Dagget and Jim Farsted gave presentations from opposing viewpoints about the City’s process of selecting its WiFi provider. Dagget stated that the City process was inadequate in that the City Council voted in 2004 to use a private service provider, with no public hearings or discussion beforehand.  She requested that KFNA endorse a public hearing process and demand that the City explain its actions, its lack of feasibility studies or public process.  Farsted, on behalf of the City, explained the rationale behind the City’s decision to seek a private ISP (lack of bonding capacity/capital) and stated that BIS did early analysis and made recommendation to City that either it could find private ISP or do nothing.  Public aspect of decision process rightly begins post-internal analysis, according to Farsted.

A Q & A session followed with input from Councilmembers Benson and Glidden.

Reports:
Secretary’s Report
Accepted as amended.

Treasurer’s Report
Accepted without changes.

Redevelopment
Hinds provided an update on the 38th street development, discussing where the project is and how negotiations are progressing with the developer.

Zoning
No items

NRP
No items.

Green
No items.

King Bridge Partnership
Hinds reported that the SW Journal will partner in a “coloring contest” to raise public awareness and to provide bridge design input.

Farmer’s Market
Staff is still negotiating with the kidney dialysis site.

Art Builds Community
The “Art is the Key” silent auction event is scheduled for March 25th, and a promotional mailing will go out at the end of January.

10 Year Transportation Plan
Gerber noted that he has now sent the link to the website.  The January meeting was cancelled but will be rescheduled and will take place within the month.

Old Business

IRV:
Gerber handed out a proposed resolution of support and requested Board endorsement.  After a lengthy discussion, the resolution was approved in amended form (see Amended Resolution in February board packet).

Mosaic Mural:
Linnes-Robinson provided letter rescinding mural agreement at 4325 Nicollet Avenue, and Lindseth gave background on mural negotiations with business owners.  Discussion of whether owners could have opportunity to change their minds, or whether letter was pure revocation of agreement.  Ingram moved to approve letter with a 15-day response window in case owners had change of heart.  Motion carried.

New Items

Festival & Current

Discussion of any proposal to the Current was referred to committee.

Crime Update

Lt. Marie Przynski reported on an incident at Shorty & Wags and noted that Kingfield is comparatively safe and quiet.

Annual Meeting Planning and Board Member Recruitment Task Force

Wherely, Lindseth, and White-Wiedow volunteered to take part in planning for annual meeting.  Linnes-Robinson floated the idea of having a recruitment event of some kind.  Discussion was tabled.

Insurance

Lindseth voiced dissatisfaction with KFNA’s current insurance agent.  KFNA’s policy is up for renewal on January 21.  The Board empowered Linnes-Robinson to research knowledgeable agents who deal with non-profits.

Meeting Adjourned:
Meeting adjourned at 9:16 PM.

Minutes respectfully submitted by Martha Ingram.

Reviewed by KFNA Board Secretary Thor Anderson
Approved by KFNA Board President Erik Lindseth

Minneapolis Better Ballot Campaign
A charter amendment initiative for the adoption of
Instant Runoff Voting
Resolution of Support by Kingfield Neighborhood Association

WHEREAS: Poor voter turnout is typical in Minneapolis municipal primary elections; for example, just 15% of registered voters in 2005 and 18% in 1997;

WHEREAS: Primary elections are an additional cost to the City and to campaigns;

WHEREAS, Instant Runoff Voting is a better voting method than the current two-round runoff method in that it seeks to:

·         Eliminate low turnout local primaries and ensure a majority winner in just one election
·         Allow voters to rank fallback choices of candidates to receive their votes in case their first choice can’t win
·         Increase voter turnout and maximize voter participation in the outcome of the election – the decisive election takes place when turnout is highest
·         Reduce cost and increase ease and convenience compared to the current two rounds of voting
·         Assure that low-turnout primary elections won’t eliminate candidates who could win in a high-turnout general election
·         End the “spoiler” problem – when voting for the candidate you like best may split the majority and help elect the candidate you like least
·         Allow all parties to run on their issues and get an accurate tally of their support
·         Empower voters to vote sincerely without the need to worry about “wasting” their vote
·         Ensure winners have a mandate from the voters
·         Reduce negative campaigning
·         Invigorate campaign discourse by bringing multiple viewpoints into the debate

WHEREAS: Instant Runoff Voting is an internationally proven voting method used in Cambridge (MA), San Francisco (CA), and Louisiana (for military and overseas voters), and has been approved or is being considered for municipal and statewide elections across the country;

WHEREAS: There is an energetic charter amendment campaign underway for the adoption of Instant Runoff Voting (IRV) in Minneapolis that seeks broad support from both political leaders and voters;

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT: At a cost of no more than $1000, Kingfield Neighborhood Association:

·         Endorse instant runoff voting in the City of Minneapolis as reflected in the Instant Runoff Voting Charter Amendment proposal
·         Plan and coordinate an educational event to promote the Minneapolis Better Ballot Campaign for KFNA members and constituents
·         Promote the IRV charter amendment campaign on the organization’s web site and in other public communication

Kingfield Neighborhood Association

Board of Directors Meeting

December 14, 2005

Minutes

Attendance
Board Members Present: Joby Lynn White-Wiedow, Dave Saddoris, Ryan Raleigh, Sean Wherley, Martha Ingram, Peter Hallstrom, Erik Lindseth, Mark Hinds, Ben Kristensen, Thor Anderson, Niki Valens, Diana Schleisman, Darrel Gerber

KFNA Staff Present: Sarah Linnes-Robinson

Kingfield Community Members Present:  Jeanne Massey, Anne K. Hanson, Joseph Swartz, Elizabeth Glidden

Others Present: Britt Johnsen, SW Journal, and Bill Dooley, interested in IRV

No Board Members Absent.

Meeting Called to Order:
7:05 PM

Community Forum:
•     A Kingfield neighbor from the 3900 block on Nicollet Avenue reported that he was recently the victim of a mugging. The assault was reported to the police. Through conversations with other Kingfield residents, this individual is aware that there have been other recent assaults in the same area, possibly by the same perpetrators.

* Sarah mentioned that you can get on the CCCP Safe list via the Kingfield Website

Elizabeth Glidden – Council Member Elect – Introduced herself and said that she wanted to come back after she starts in January and talk more with the neighborhood and to introduce her aide.

Kingfield Resident – Jean Massey presented information about Instant Run-Off Voting

More information can be found at www.fairvotemn.org/Minneapolis

Questions can be emailed to

Reports:
Secretary’s Report
No issues

Treasure Report
Diane Schleisman, KFNA board member and new bookkeeper said that one thing she noticed is that a lot of the reimbursements have been including a sales tax charge, even though KFNA is a tax exempt organization.  Linnes-Robinson passed out copies of the sales exempt so people can use them when purchasing things for the neighborhood.  This must be done at the time of purchase.

KFNA will also start including a notice that checks are void after 120 days, starting with the next run of checks.

Direct Mail Report
As of the December board meeting, KFNA has raised around $3,500 from its year end direct mail appeal.  The contributions are up this year, but the total amount is down because some of the large contributions in the past came from business that are now contributing as part of KFNA’s business solicitation.

Redevelopment
Hinds provided an update on the 38th street development, discussing where the project is and how negotiations are progressing with the developer.

Hinds also discussed the planned development of 3601 Lyndale Avenue.

Zoning
No items

NRP
Wherley reported that Redevelopment funding and Green funding was approved as submitted by the NRP steering committee.  The remainder of the NRP phase II funds will go to staffing and other administrative over four years.

Green
No Items

King Bridge Partnership
Hinds briefly discussed the intended process and timeline.

Farmer’s Market
Linnes-Robinson reported that Johanna Halstrom, KFNA staff, has approached the kidney dialysis office, 4310 Nicollet Avenue South, about moving the market to that location.  They are open to the idea, but have to check with their higher ups…

The committee has not heard back yet on the grant for a Spanish Language outreach coordinator.

There is a holiday market this weekend, which is mostly for preorders.

Art Builds Community

Linnes-Robinson discussed the upcoming event being put on by the Art Builds Community committee.

10 Year Transportation Plan

Gerber discussed the 10 year transportation plan and passed out a summary document.  He said that the initial focus will be on downtown.  The transportation committee is focused on two things downtown (1) Handling the rush of people coming in from the suburbs on commuter buses.  (2) They are also looking at rearranging traffic patterns to better distribute traffic.  The plan is to start downtown and to move out from there.

Old Business

Stormwater management grant

Saddoris reported that Kingfield received a grant from the Minneapolis Middle Watershed District for demonstration projects that will lead to a publication on stormwater management.  The Watershed is putting in $40,000, KFNA has committed to $13,500, homeowners will be expected to contribute 25 percent

Wherley motioned to approve the grant application subject to Linnes-Robinson talking to the watershed about the Board’s concerns over point 4.4 which would make all KFNA work product the property of the Watershed.

Mural:
The artists have asked Kingfield to find another site for the tile mural.  Linnes-Robinson will look for additional sites.

Thank You

Thank you letter to the Southwest Journal thanking them for supporting the Farmer’s Market.

Raliegh M/S/P

Artist is the Key

Show is planned for March at Anodyne – Show will be open to Kingfield Artists and regular folk.  Everyone will be given a key that will need to be incorporated into the final piece.  The event will end in a party and silent auction.

A motion was made to approve expenditures up to $6,500 to support the event. Wherly M/S/P

Festival & Current
A sense of the board was taken after discussion, about Kingfield partnering with the Current for this year’s festival.  The sense of the board is to pursue this opportunity.

Center for Performing Arts Lease
A motion was make to approve an increase in KFNA’s lease with the Center for Performing Arts by $10 a month.  Wherly M/S/P

New Items
Requested Conditional Use Permits (CUP) and Variances for 38

Hinds made a motion approved by the Redevelopment Committee that KFNA recommend approval by the City for the following variance and CUPs for the 38 development.

1)  Variance – Front Yard Setback at Nicollet Ave – South end of property along Nicollet highlighted as Area 1.  Required is a 20’ set back for the first 40 feet.  We are supplying a 0’ setback.

2)  VARIANCE – Front Yard Setback at 38th Street – West end of property along 38th highlighted as Area 2.  Required is a 20’ setback for the first 40 feet.  We are supplying a 0’ setback

3)  Variance – Rear Yard Setback at alleyway – length of building in alley.  Required is 13’ or 15’(the city will determine), we are supplying 12’ setback for the building with only 6’ setback at deck and 8.3’ setback at exit ramp.  The City is reviewing the obstruction policy which would affect whether or not the exit ramp and deck would be considered part of the setback or not.  For now, I have included it to error on the safe side, so we would request a variance of 3’ at the building, 6’8” at the exit ramp, and 9’ at the deck.

4)  Conditional Use Permit – Building Height.  4 stories or 56 feet is allowed.  We are requesting 5 stories and 58’9” which is 2’9” above allowable.  The fifth story will be setback from the edge of the building to lessen the effect of the height.

Instant Run-Off Voting
Anderson presented a resolution to have KFNA support a potential charter amendment for Instant Run-Off voting.

Hallstrom motioned to postpone discussion until January.  M/S/P

Appointments
Gerber moved to appoint Hinds as the chair of the Redevelopment Committee M/S/P

Zoning Committee
Hinds made a motion to move the Zoning Committee back into redevelopment M/S/P

Meeting Adjourned:
Meeting adjourned at 9:03 PM.

Minutes respectfully submitted by Mark Hinds.
Reviewed by KFNA Board Secretary Thor Anderson
Approved by KFNA Board President Erik Lindseth