Shea Terrace Civic League
Meeting Minutes 9/14/09
The President, Nancy LaMartin, called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. at the Flagship Restaurant. All in attendance introduced themselves, identifying where they reside. The minutes from the last meeting were read, corrected and approved.
The Treasurer, Georgianna Mitchell, gave the Treasurer’s report.
Balance at last meeting- $844.16
July deposits from payment of dues- $63.00
August deposit from yard sale- $173.86
Current balance $1081.02
Nancy announced that the Vice President, David Forsythe has resigned as he has been transferred out of the area.
The August Yard Sale was discussed as being very successful. The purpose of this yard sale was not to generate income for the Civic League, but to have many people visit the neighborhood, possibly resulting in increased home sales. Local realtors held open houses on that date. The neighborhood had a large number of visitors throughout the neighborhood all day long. The Civic League appreciates the Flagship Restaurant for donating a gift certificate as a raffle prize. A big thank you also goes out to Bob Sauls for making and donating a picnic table as prizes for the raffle.
The next meeting will be held at the Flagship on December 7, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. . As this will be the holiday meeting, we plan on having a potluck dinner.
The President thanked Anne Bremer for creating and keeping current the Shea Terrace Blog that can be reached at www.sheaterrace.blogspot.com
Katherine Koch, Environmental Inspector for the City, (Codes Compliance) spoke briefly. She may be reached at KochK@portsmouth.va.gov if anyone would like to report neighborhood quality concerns. President Nancy Lamartin thanked her for her diligence and assistance in helping maintain the high standards of the neighborhood.
Officer Roberto Diaz was introduced as our new neighborhood policing (NIO) officer. He reported about recent activity, stating that the neighborhood has been relatively calm. Adjoining neighborhoods are experiencing a rash of burglaries and larcenies, which, thankfully, have not impacted Shea Terrace. He did enumerate the nine reports received in the last month, which were primarily minor larcenies and a domestic dispute. It was reinforced that this neighborhood has zero tolerance for crime and that neighbors should continue reporting suspicious activity by calling 911 if an emergency and THEN calling to inform Officer Diaz. In a non-emergent situation, call Officer Diaz at 235-2500 or email him at diazr@portsmouthva.gov. Officer Diaz that the Department is beginning a Police Athletic League with registration Saturday at the Cradock Recreation Center for basketball. They need volunteers and kids to become involved. Contact Officer Diaz for further information.
It was announced that the petition that is circulating regarding the recall of Mayor Holley will be available for signatures after the steering committee meeting on Wednesday.
Laura MacIntyre announced that she had puppies for adoption and passed around pictures, hoping someone in attendance might be interested. She will forward information to Anne Bremer for posting on the blog.
Nancy asked for volunteers for the nominating committee. One member requested job descriptions for the officers. These will be posted on the blog.
The newsletter will be published quarterly, before meetings. Advertising space is available for $25 and will be distributed to 450 households.
Sheriff Bill Watson spoke, enumerating several programs his department offers to senior citizens. These include help with home repairs and yard work . The request for service should originate with the Civic League. Also, there is firewood available to seniors, disabled veterans, or those with physical disabilities. Sheriff Watson discussed the Senior Watch, which includes daily telephone calls and home visits to ensure that seniors who may be infirm are safe.
Sheriff Billy Watson may be reached by cell phone 284-0967 or email watsonb@portsmouthva.gov. He emphasized that he wishes to be available to citizens at any time he can be of service.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Pat Pfeifer
Acting Secretary
