Minutes April 13, 2010
Our meeting began at 7:08pm.
Vicki Flock introduced herself as the new president, and Diana Branson as the new Vice President. She welcomed everyone and asked if anyone would like to participate in the 50/50 raffle. She also mentioned to check out our website at www.ranchesna.org. Donna Palaro, our Treasurer, then told everyone that we had roughly 500 dollars in our account, and 4,000 dollars in the Park account.
Monica Stater, our Code Blue Captain, talked about Code Blue. She talked about how they patrol the neighborhood for at least 2 hours a month; check to make sure no lights are out and if there is any suspicious activity. If a light is out, the city has 7-10 days to take care of it. She welcomed anyone to contact her with questions or concerns. She also urged people to keep their cars parked in the driveway, in a garage and off the street. Keeping a light on at night is crucial, because even with the city lights, there are many dark pockets in the neighborhood. Currently they are working with police in investigating a possible drug house in the neighborhood. Anybody interested in joining Code Blue can contact her though our Code Blue tab.
Q: A concerned neighbor asked if the police still patrol since Code Blue patrolled the neighborhood.
A: She assured them that CB just helps the police and the Ft Worth police still patrol.
Vicki Flock then mentioned the upcoming dates:
We will be advertising in the local newspapers and Craigslist—to donate, please contact us at ranchesna@gmail.com
Party in the Park: May 22
We will have 2 bounce houses, hotdogs and music
NEED volunteers for face painting, music/entertainment, or donating hotdogs and grills—contact us at ranchesna@gmail.com
Park Update:
Diana Branson talked about purchasing a Message Board for the Park for $647. Once it is up, we need to utilize it. It will be used for upcoming meetings and events, as well as anyone in the neighborhood wishing to post a message, like birthdays and events.
Green Team:
Vicki introduced the “Green Team”. This is a group of neighbors who is interested in volunteering their time to help with the front and side entrances. We are a self-sustaining neighborhood, and do not hire contractors to maintain our bushes and weeds at the entrances. We need help. If you are willing to donate your time to help with this, please contact us at ranchesna@gmail.com.
Randy Burkins then took the floor to discuss streets in our neighborhood. The proposal for Hughes Elementary is No Parking from 7-8am and 2:30-3:30pm on Lost Spurs from Bandera Ranch to Russeles Pass. They will be getting signs up with in the month for this. Also, Haslet-Roanoke Rd. will be closed from April 28th through August 21st for concreting and widening for Tidwell Middle School.
Q: Are they going to enforce the No Parking or will it be like the Right Turn Only sign at the school?
A: It will be up to the officer.
Q: How is Alta-Vista’s construction going; will it be done quicker than expected?
A: Unsure. Need to follow up.
Q: What about Beach Street? Will it be connected soon for easier access?
A: Unsure. Need to follow up.
Q: We need a Right-Turn lane from Alta Vista to 170. There is enough room, and people already make their own lane there. Will the city be making one?
A: Unsure. Need to follow up.
Q: What about sidewalks to Tidwell?
A: The school will provide them within the area they are required to by law, but I’m not sure about the rest. We will need to follow up.
The winner of the 50/50 raffle was Shawn Presley. He generously gave it back to the association.
For those who attended and spoke at our meeting on Tuesday, April 13th, thank you!
The meeting ended at 7:32pm.
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