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Bellevue Civic Association
Board Meeting Minutes
December 3, 2005
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| Call to Order |
Meeting was called to order at
1:30 PM by moderator
Larry Jones at Stir Crazy. |
| Business |
First guest was Hilda Braswell,
seeking the support of the Bellevue Civic Association for a zoning variance
she requested for 4008 Brook Rd. home. She seeks to enclose two porches and
change the stairs and railings to better accommodate space and access for
her daughter who has a movement disability. The building itself is out of
compliance with current zoning laws, so no changes are allowed. Their
building permit was approved under a grandfather agreement, but the zoning
inspector informed them that a living area cannot be expanded in a
non-compliant dwelling. Thus Mrs. Braswell is seeking a zoning variance.
Motion made and passed unanimously for BCA board support. |
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Newsletter |
Annette Nelms and Susannah
Raffenot. They have come forward to volunteer to help with the newsletter.
Annette’s business is called “Get Organized.” We, along with editor Mark
McIntyre, welcome the assistance!! *****Newsletter deadline is December
20th, for a 01/03/2006 deadline to printer.********** Articles may be
submitted to newsletter@bellevueweb.org |
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Neighborhood Shops |
Betty Lewis Smith told the group
that she is interested in opening a shop in the neighborhood that would
include interior decorating, gardening items, and feature the work of local
artists and craftspeople. It was stated that a bakery is opening next to
Shenanigans, and that an antique store is opening across the street. It is
now stated that it will be the end of the year when the CVS is open again.
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The Arch |
Discussion of having a banner made
for the Bellevue Arch, that would be displayed during such events as the
marathon. Good for neighborhood publicity. It is not desired to have it
hanging on the arch at all times. |
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The civic association dues |
When the January newsletter is
ready, we will have the printer include stuffing an envelope into the gutter
that would be pre-addressed for the return of the annual dues. If there is
not too much of a delay for them to do it, we will have it done for $105.00.
It is possible we will stuff them ourselves, if need be. |
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Acknowledging the receipt
of dues |
Discussion of sending a note of
welcome and thanks for the dues when they are received. Perhaps a
neighborhood store coupon will be included, perhaps a postcard with a coupon
will be used. It is definite that we want to acknowledge that we have
received the dues, and thank the residents. Larry Jones the president has
been sending notes when notified of paid dues, which has been well-received.
He will continue to be involved in the process, perhaps for the signature
and text composition, but it was felt that he should be relieved of the
administrative task. |
| Upcoming Dates To Remember |
January 17, 2006 General
meeting at Holton Elementary School 6:30 pizza and drinks 7:00 meeting
expected speaker will be Patrick Roberts, who will take questions He is the
liaison between the mayor and the council
Spring Cleanup May 6, 2006
Garden Walk June 4, 2006 |
| Meeting adjourned
at 2:45 PM. |
| Attendees |
John Anderson, Hilda Braswell,
Joellen Davis, Mary Garber, Larry Jones, Mark McIntyre, Annette Nelms,
Susannah Raffenot, Nancy Reynolds, Roy Reynolds, Joe Robertson, Betty Lewis
Smith |
