Minutes of Regular Meeting of NERA held at the Kelowna Public Library, March 25, 2009
Chairperson: Cherie Hanson
Minutes taken by: Dirk van Ulden
Minutes: March minutes were read by Dirk. Motion to accept by Annette, seconded by Mari.
Treasurer’s Report : $479.11 NERA, $217.61 Mosaic bench fund for a total of $696.72. $25 will be withdrawn for the annual society registration fees. Motion to accept by Dirk, seconded by Annette.
Correspondence:
- Letter received from Corporate Services notifying NERA of a liquor license amendment at the arena.
- An email was received from the City Planner Specialist Maria Stanborough.
- A letter was received regarding earth day activities being held at the Thompson Wetlands in the Mission .
Review old business:
- The Ellis Street railway crossing has been repaired.
New business: as brought forward at tonight's meeting.
- A new member, Paddy Kamden was welcomed.
- Cherie related details about the recent Kelowna Heritage Award for the 500 block of Okanagan Boulevard .
- The proposal for an Inner City Garden project was discussed. Possible areas for the planting of seeds were identified and it was suggested that the planting could be done on the City’s annual Community clean-up day.
Motion forwarded by Annette and seconded by Brent.
- A two day summer festival was proposed as a way to help promote NERA. Possible activities and events were discussed as well as location and advertising. It was suggested that the festival highlight the proposed heritage conservation area at Knox Mountain with various media relating the history of this area. There is some financing available from the City.
- Concerns were raised over the lack of sidewalks in some parts of the North End.
- Weeds on railway property was discussed.
- Some issues relating to drug houses were brought up.
- Membership. Lack of new members was discussed.
- Alternate meeting locations was discussed.
Meeting adjourned at 8:30 pm. Motion by Dirk, second by Paddy.
Minutes of Regular Meeting of NERA held at the Branch 17 Seniors Center, January 28, 2009
Chairperson: Ray Lewis
Minutes taken by: Dirk van Ulden
Minutes: November minutes were read by Dirk. Motion to accept by Heather, seconded by Jim.
Treasurer’s Report: $409.11 NERA, $217.61 Mosaic bench fund for a total of $626.72. Motion to accept by Dirk, seconded by Annette.
Correspondence:
- An email was sent to the City regarding lack of snow and ice removal on streets and sidewalks.
- An email was received from the City about the proposed Pleasantville community garden. The City will endorse the proposal but will not assume any liabilities and will require NERA to coordinate with the property owners.
- An email was received from the City regarding designation of character homes in the neighbourhood. The City would like NERA to provide some character guidelines.
- An email was received from the City regarding NERA’s concerns over degradation of the railway crossing on Ellis Street.
- An email was received from Michelle Cam notifying residents of the Reel Change film festival being held at the Rotary Centre on January 30 and 31 st.
Review old business:
- Block Party: Ray and Sarah delivered the cheque.
- Argus Properties: Argus Properties have confirmed receipt of NERA’s email.
- Pleasantville Community Garden: Received email from City.
- Letter to Council: A letter was sent to the new Council Members.
- Newsletter: It was proposed that the newsletter be posted on the website.
- Guest Speakers: Three new City Council members were present at the meeting to speak.
- Meeting Location: March meeting will be held at the Public Library.
New business: as brought forward at tonight's meeting.
- Vacant Board Positions: Cherie volunteered to fill the President’s position; a vote was held and passed.
- A suggestion was made to have NERA send a letter of thanks to Council for the removal of houseboats from Sutherland Bay.
- Graffiti: There was a discussion on responsibilities for enforcement and removal. I was suggested that NERA could participate in a graffiti cleanup in the neighbourhood.
Meeting adjourned at 7:33 pm. Motion by Shirley, second by Cam.
Guest Speakers:
Three new council members, Luke Stack, Angela Reid and Graeme James were present to speak to the residents and answer questions.
Minutes of Regular Meeting of NERA held at the Branch 17 Seniors Center, November 26, 2008
Chairperson: Ray Lewis
Minutes taken by: Dirk van Ulden
Minutes: October minutes were read by Dirk. Motion to accept by Sarah, seconded by Cameron.
Treasurer’s Report: Absent, report not available.
Correspondence: Mari received a request from the Provincial Government for the Annual Society Report. Ray will complete and submit along with annual dues.
Review old business:
- Block Party: A cheque in the amount of $67.50 was issued to pay for 50% of the costs incurred by the organizers. Ray and Sarah to deliver the cheque.
- Argus Properties: An email was sent to Argus regarding NERA’s concerns about the proposed 8 storey development on Manhattan Drive. Copy sent to Leddingham McAlister (Waterscapes) as a courtesy.
- Pleasantville Community Garden: No word has been received from the City as yet on this proposal. Sarah to follow-up.
New business: as brought forward at tonight's meeting.
- Letter to Council: Cherie suggested that NERA send a letter of congratulations to the newly elected councilors. All present were in agreement.
- Newsletter: Cherie has volunteered to produce a NERA newsletter for 2009, to be circulated electronically and via hard copy. Sponsorship from local businesses will be pursued.
- Guest Speakers: Mari suggested that NERA invite the new City Council members to speak.
- Hall Rental: Sture advised those present that the June meeting would have to move to the Thursday night as the hall is unavailable on the Wednesday.
- Meeting Schedule: Ray suggested that NERA meetings be held less frequently. Discussion followed all present agreed to four regular meetings (Sept., Jan., Mar., and May) and one AGM per year in November. Motion to accept by Annette, seconded by Ray, passed.
- Meeting Location: A suggestion was made to change the location of the NERA meetings to either the public library or the Martin Centre. Lisa to follow up.
Cardington Apartments: Lisa reported on current events surrounding the facility.
Meeting adjourned at 7:40 pm. |
