FAUNTLEROY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
BOARD MEETING
MARCH 8, 2005

President Bruce Butterfield called the meeting to order at 7:00p.m. at The Hall at Fauntleroy. Those in attendance included Lynn Olson, Martha Callard, Kathleen Dellplain, Gary Dawson, Chuck Sawyer, Vice-President Phil Sweetland, Brad Shinn of the Seattle Monorail and co-secretary Kim Petram.

President Bruce Butterfield welcomed the attendees and introductions were made. The minutes of the February board meeting were reviewed and approved as is.

SEATTLE MONORAIL Brad Shinn of the Seattle Monorail Project reported on current conditions of the project. He reported that Jonathon Dong is the new citywide outreach representative. As well, Brad reported that contract negotiations are ongoing. He reiterated that the point is to get the best deal for the city. As well, the second phase survey is on going. Gary Dawson advised that as a Ferry Advisory Council representative, there is a concern regarding the pink line, and rider ship being utilized by non-city ferry users. It is not clear at this point what rider ship numbers would actually be. Phil Sweetland brought up the concern regarding business re-imbursement of those who will be re-located, especially at the Morgan Street Junction. Brad outlined the business plan for displacement issues, reporting that they are working hard at minimizing the number of businesses affected.

NATURE EVENT UPDATE Kim Petram reported on the status for the March 20th event in Fauntleroy Park. All volunteers are in place including a naturalist from Discovery Park, Willie Campbell. A discussion was held regarding mailing out reminder postcards to FCA members, but it was agreed that the cost/benefit did not warrant the mailing. Kim Petram outlined the promotion agenda, stations within the park, and event planning.

COVE PARK/PUMP STATION WORK Gary Dawson reported on the permit application hearing that was held on Feb 24 at the Kenny home conference hall. Seattle DPD, (Department of Planning & Development, formerly DCLU) presided as a response to a petition signed by residents of the Fauntleroy and Lowman Beach neighborhoods. King County Wastewater Management requested the permit to install emergency diesel generators and fuel storage at the Cove Park and Lowman Beach park wastewater pump stations. KCWW presented the construction process and also provided information of the possible future up-grade of wastewater capacity in the form of holding tanks and increased volume trunk lines at Cove Park and/or Lowman Beach. Neighbors of the Lowman Beach Park have requested that KCWW either relocate the emergency pump to an off-site location so as not to interrupt any of the park usable space, or wait until the next up-grade is accomplished, or both. KCWW is looking into both options, but have stated that the future up-grade is only a concept at this time and it may be a number of years before they are ready to proceed with that project. Meanwhile, they insist that it is more efficient and a matter of need to prevent inadvertent spills into Puget Sound that they proceed with the generator installation probably starting late this year. They are still negotiating with Lowman Beach residents. The Cove Park committee however feels that any amount of wastewater spill into Fauntleroy Cove due to power failures and the delays in providing backup electrical power is unacceptable. With concurrence of the FCA board they will continue to work with KCWW to coordinate the construction.

ANNUAL MEETING PLANNING It was confirmed by the board that the meeting would be Thursday, May 12 at 6:30p.m. Lynn Olsen outlined the following issues to address. First, board members need to confirm who will be nominated or will remain on the board for the 2005/06 year. Second, Renee Chatalas will need the new neighbor address list from Bruce Butterfield so that specific mailings can be sent out to new neighbors in Fauntleroy inviting them the join the FCA and/or attend the annual meeting. Phil will be working with Renee to get the data base information for future mailings. Third, a discussion was held regarding what the next community survey should address. It was felt that membership should be asked what they want from the FCA. As well, the vendors could be polled regarding their feelings if their needs are being met and if the event is perceived as valuable to them. As well, the FCA should re-evaluate the list of people who have offered in the past to volunteer their services. Martha Callard brought up that the FCA should have a table dedicated to looking for new volunteers, drafting people to the board, or helping with specific issues. She offered to host this table. As well, new nametags will be needed for the night. Phil Sweetland will check the files for the nametag prototype used in the past. As well, he will re-evaluate the table layout mock up from last year. Lynn Olsen is coordinating the logistics for the event. She has sent out notices to vendors and non-profits with the basic information. She will continue to work with David Haggerty on logistics and the formal invitation. Bruce Butterfield, Phil Sweetland and Gary Dawson agreed to meet and discuss nominations for board membership for 2005. Of note, new neighbor gift bags will be offered to all community members who sign up for new membership at the meeting. Renee Chatalas will be hosting the membership table.

FCA PLANNING RETREAT Kim Petram initiated a discussion regarding the need for a board retreat in order to have a dedicated time frame to discuss important issues facing the board. These issues include the need to establish, and/or re-evaluate a business plan, an annual plan, a mission statement, ways to generate money, a plan for spending money, identifying new volunteers, establishing paid positions, etc. It was agreed that this is necessary and that the time frame would be from 11a.m. to 5p.m. Martha Collard graciously offered her home for the retreat. Kim Petram will provide food and drinks. Gary Dawson will send out an email to the board at large inviting members to attend and/or offer ideas for discussion. June 15 or 16 are dates identified, members are to indicate which date would work best for them.

BROCHURE OVERVIEW Kim Petram and Martha Callard presented the new membership brochure that is being revised. Kim, Martha, Lynn Olsen and Renee Chatalas have been meeting to work on membership development. The first brochure re-design is one meant to attract new community members to the FCA. It will be included in the new neighbor gift bag along with a welcome note by Bruce Butterfield. Both the brochure and welcome note were evaluated by the board. Bruce made a motion to approve the changes, which Gary Dawson seconded. Of note, it was approved to change the yearly due to $25 from the $10 single or $20 household currently being charged.

COVE PARK CLEAN UP The spring clean up event will be held at Cove Park on Sunday April 10 at 10:00a.m. Meet at the park for weeding, cleaning, mulch spreading and general fun.

FERRY ADVISORY COUNCIL Gary Dawson reported on the March 3 meeting of the FA committee executive council. The Chairman of the San Juan council is resigning meaning that a new chair will be needed. As well, Mike Anderson made a presentation which Gary found to be very insightful. The first priority will be the budget. A budget briefing will be provided monthly by the CFO. There is a push to continue passenger only service. However, there is concern the legislature is not supportive of this. Gary proposes that the FCA send a letter to the Mayor, Eric Paulson and Richard Conlin reiterating our position that full passenger funding should be a priority, as well, that any movement to push commuter traffic downtown is supported by the FCA. Gary will draft a letter to be presented.

The meeting was adjourned at 9:00p.m.