North Willow Glen Neighborhood Association
Word of Faith Church
May 25, 2004
7 9 pm
Minutes
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Call to Order: Tom Smith, 7:10
1. Introductions and Welcome
a. Cynthia Delmas and Coe
b. Stephanie & Chuck Spencer and Atlanta
c. Andrew and Heidi Coe
d. Rich - Spencer
2. Police Department Update Ted Vasquez & Mike Crescini
& Walt
a. Homicide this morning Pine and Cottle. The suspect was
caught today.
b. Gang activity is still on the raise. The change thats happening
is the violence is happening with a younger crowd verses an older
crowd historically seen. Action is being taken. The officers are seeking
additional information to solve cases. They are also working with
schools.
c. Gang physical threats are generally targeted towards other gang
members. However, theft may affect us all. For instance, leaving the
car to warm up in the driveway in the morning is risky.
d. ACTIONS WE CAN TAKE:
i. Report graffiti get pictures before you paint over the
graffiti. Supply the pictures to the police department.
ii. Call 911, not 311 to report suspicious behavior like young kids
yelling out the car windows
3. Fuller Park Update Tom & Dan
a. Located on Fuller Avenue between Bird to Delmas then along to
Prevost. The land is adjacent to the Railroad.
b. Drawings were created. A community review will be scheduled.
4. Neighborhood 4th of July Party - Harvey
a. In 2003, funding was provided to host a party between Coe and
Fuller. Childrens activities, ice cream, community booths were
available. Ralphs Smoke House served dinner.
b. Consider volunteer opportunities for yourself. People will be needed
the day of the event and before hand for planning.
5. Neighborhood Service Day Mike
a. The concept of having a periodic neighborhood service day scheduled
was discussed. This would enable greater participation from the broader
neighborhood.
b. People could contribute to the project list, possibly a 9-12:00
type of activity
c. The concept may take a little time to gain momentum
d. Communication could happen via word of mouth, put on meeting announcement
postcard, use email list, announcement in WG Resident
e. Decided to schedule service day on the 2nd Saturday of Month, 9-12:00.
Propose starting in March
6. Neighborhood Improvement Projects Update Dan
a. Litter modules require painting
b. Fuller Plaza requires a mowing for weed abatement. Having 2-3 mowers
and mowees, the project can be done in a day. This should happen within
a month.
c. Traffic calming island fence building at Delmas and Willow
d. Rebuild fence at Bird and Fuller
e. Hummingbird fence requires painting
7. Land Use Update Harvey
a. Palm Haven front-loader garage. Residents are requesting the planners
to rethink the plan and they would like NWGNA support. Harvey moves
that we approve the letter after its read aloud. Ken seconds
the motion. One opposed due to not wanting to dictate requirements
to another neighbor.
b. Del Monte has another high-density building proposal to build at
least 400 units.
c. Ed and Harvey are on a team meeting with planning and developers
to update the community notification policy.
d. The RR track crossing Willow Street. A developer purchased a portion
of the land. Project was put on hold.
e. In-Law apartment policy is back on the books for review.
f. The Albertsons site has requested a conditional use permit.
g. Alcohol sale at gas stations has been put on hold
h. Yellow Cab site is approved
i. AB935 VTA can establish a transit district within half a
mile from a transit zone. A tax can be applied to local residents.
This is a complex topic not easily captured in notes. Please be aware
of the bill and know our quick response is required if we want to
repeal a request. The neighborhood has 30 day to repeal.
8. New Business
a. State of the city in 1/27/04. Tickets are available at the Mayors
office.
b. The historical preservation society requested assistance with a
survey of historical properties. NWGNA is interested in participating.
7. Next meeting February 24, 2004 7-9:00
Possible agenda topics: Gang prevention
Fuller Park plans reviewed
2003- 2004 board:
President Tom Smith
Vice President Harvey Darnell
Secretary/ Treasurer Ken Eklund and Dana Rysavy
Past President Alison England
Director 1 Debbie Palmer
Director 2 Dan Erceg
Director 3 Mike Gaines
Meeting Adjourned: 8:45 pm
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