Northlake Neighborhood Association


Minutes of the Meeting of the Board of Directors

Monday, November 17, 2003
Saint Benedict Retreat and Conference Center

Board Members Present: Dave Halberslaben, Beth Korosec, Michelle Larson, Chuck Nahn, Carl Wackerle

Board Members Absent: Mark Melum

Other Association Members Present: Paul Boyle, Jamie Buchanan, Tanya Buchanan, Nancy Ballweg, Charlotte Cormiv, Tom Culp, Robert DuPont, Kitty Erdman, Dan Harris, Mark Holmes, Doug Hunt, David Kalshoven, Frank Korosec, Paul Leone, Bob Moritz, Rod Packard, Lynn Schreibman, Jim Struve, Vicki Struve, Eunice Tshabalala, Mandla Tshabalala, Brad Wagner, Lyman Wible

Wackerle called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.

Wackerle began by welcoming everyone He introduced the Board members and provided an overview of what the Board and committees have accomplished this year. Nahn reported on the Teal Court drainage issues and proposed solutions. Wackerle continued by speaking about the challenges that lie ahead for the Northlake Neighborhood Association and asked for volunteers that are necessary to keep the neighborhood systems running smoothly. Nahn reported on the results of a traffic study that was completed in the neighborhood and indicated that the City of Middleton must now put in the appropriate signage.

Mandla Tshabalala asked whether the financial statements could be user-friendlier. Discussion ensued indicating that the Association's Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss statement and Budget are posted monthly on the web site. These documents are user-friendly. Tshabalala continued by asking for a description of the duties of each committee. Tanya Buchanan explained for what each committee is responsible.

Review and Approve October 20 Meeting Minutes
Larson moved to approve the minutes. Nahn seconded. The minutes were unanimously approved.

Open Forum for NNA Members
Wible began by thanking the Board members for their work. He then asked about the traffic-calming measures on Valley Ridge and Sedgemeadow Roads. Nahn explained the process that was followed before these measures were implemented. He indicated that the final improvements have been made. These improvements include speed bumps, islands and a stop sign. These improvements are now permanent. Discussion ensued.

Wackerle indicated that the Board is keeping abreast of the issues regarding the proposed Highlands of Bishops Bay development (potential increased traffic flow, etc.). The North Beltline issue was briefly discussed at this time.

Erdman asked if the Neighborhood Association had done or was doing anything for the Beyer family. Wackerle indicated that the Association sent flowers to the funeral home and that a $250.00 check with a card was being sent to their home. Erdman proposed that the funds collected from next year's softball tournament be used for a memorial bench for Jim Beyer. Tanya Buchanan spoke about the memorial fund that has been established by Famous Footwear.

Moritz expressed his concern about people walking in the streets, especially at night. It was agreed that the Safety Committee should discuss this issue.

Nahn reported on the city/county trail system that is being developed and asked members to consider whether there could be trails through the neighborhood green spaces.

Packard asked for an update on the ACC Opinion Poll. Board members distributed copies of the results for members to peruse. Jamie Buchanan provided an overview. Discussion ensued.

At 8:30 p.m., two members (with one proxy) left the meeting. This meant there was no longer a quorum and the business of voting for directors could not be accomplished. Discussion ensued and another meeting was scheduled for Monday, December 15.

When asked if anyone was planning to run for a Board or ACC position, David Kalshoven indicated that he would run for a Board position. More discussion ensued regarding the need for more volunteers to run for Board and ACC positions.

Larson moved to adjourn the meeting. Nahn seconded. The meeting was adjourned at 8:43 p.m.


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