October 16, 2002

LINDEN HEIGHTS METHODIST CHURCH

Meeting called to order at 7:15 p.m. with 16 members present.

Officers present were President Chip Trageser, Secretary Marilyn Ryan, Recording Secretary Joanne Krause and Treasurer Ann Briggeman. Vice President Romi Shah and Sergeant at Arms Meg O'Hare were absent.

Also present was Jennifer Przydzial, reporter for the Northeast Reporter.

Minutes of previous meeting read by Joanne Krause. Motion to approve made by Mike Rupp, seconded by Pat Rooney. Motion passed.

President Trageser reported that Secretary Marilyn Ryan obtained a bricklayer to finish the Veterans Memorial. A motion was made by Joe Boteler, seconded by Justin Wandres, that we spend up to $125.00 for the plaque honoring Terry Sollanek to be placed at the site. Motion passed. The Sons of the American Legion want to have a service there on November 10, 2002. Justin Wandres reported that the Boy Scouts have volunteered to help maintain the area.

Treasurer's Report:

Last month's report was done without reviewing the August bank statement. There were two charges not accounted for. These charges totaled $63.75 for flowers in the amount of $43.80 and for the web site in the amount of $19.95. Therefore, the revised Treasurer's report is as follows:

July ending balance was $3196.49

August total debits were $2130.75

August ending balance was $1065.74

September debits were $94.95

September ending balance was $970.79

October deposits to date were $437.00

October balance to date is $1407.79

A check for $132.50 was issued to our 50/50 winner.

Committee Reports:

A. Membership: Mike Rupp reported that the membership list has been finalized and it was circulated among the attendees for any corrections or additions.

B. Zoning: President Trageser reported there is no new information on Greenhouse Place. Regarding the Burton/Chatman property (Magledt Road), there is a Hearing Officer's Hearing and a Zoning Commissioner's Hearing scheduled for October 17, 2002. Ruth Baisden presented a copy of the development plan and discussed issues of concern to both the CIA and the GPCC regarding "panhandles", open space and the variance pertaining to side yards. She noted that the Office of Planning does not support "panhandles". The CIA supports the open space concept, is against "panhandles", and opposes the variance.

Unfinished Business:

Regarding the Joppa Road Corridor Study, President Trageser said there is a rumor about a request for a bus line on Joppa Road. He read a letter from County Councilman Vince Gardina saying that neither he nor the Joppa Road Corridor Study Committee has recommended such a bus line.

Regarding the Joppa Road traffic study, it was the opinion of President Trageser that it was botched. There were no accident, cut-through, or speed studies done. The County has agreed to go back and do these studies.

A planning committee is being formed for the annual holiday tree lighting on December 8 at the Carney Elementary School and volunteers are needed. Justin Wandres volunteered to get out fliers through the PTA. Joyce Trageser is heading up the committee.

Regarding our request for a light at Carney Elementary School during school hours, Daryl Wiles, Director of Traffic for the County, said none is being considered at this time.

New Business:

Mary Sue Rooney has issued the October newsletter "The Informer".

Guest Speaker:

CIA Board Member Pat Rooney, President of the Rooney Protective Consulting Group, spoke on home security measures, such as, use of locks and keys, the best exterior doors, windows, lighting, landscaping and alarm systems. He also provided attendees with a booklet outlining these measures in greater detail.

Announcements:

The next meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2002 at the Linden Heights Methodist Church. There will be nominations for new officers at that meeting.

Adjournment:

President Trageser made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Recording Secretary Joanne Krause. Motion passed. Meeting adjourned at 8:50 a.m.

Recorded and prepared by Joanne Krause, Recording Secretary

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