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Meeting EightSeptember 24, 2009 See PowerPoint. |
Meeting SevenApril 30, 2009 |
Meeting SixJanuary 29, 2009 Meeting was called to order by Larry Leeds. INTRODUCTION
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
VOTING PROCESSVoting for Board of Governors of the Brookfield Civic Association ensued. Those on the list of nominations included:
Larry Leeds asked if there were any nominations from the floor. None were offered. However, there was a motion that all names on the list be nominated. There was a second to the motion and the final vote was unanimous in favor of the nominees. Larry Leeds opened up questions form the floor Attendance was 20. The meeting was adjourned at 8:28 p.m. John E Moore, member of the core group, recorded these minutes on January 29, 2009 |
Meeting FiveSeptember 25, 2008 Meeting was called to order @ 7:30 PM by Larry Leeds. OLD BUSINESS
COMMITTEE REPORTS
NEW BUSINESS
Attendance was 38. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. John E Moore , member of the core group recorded these minutes on September 25, 2008 |
Meeting ThreeMinutes of the February 25 Meeting (Brookfield Elementary School) Larry Leeds called the meeting to order at 7:01 pm. His opening remarks included: Introduction Background of Brookfield Community Advertising the Meeting Accomplishments To Date Volunteers Needed Organization Currently Being Guided By Core Group Request Your Membership This Evening Two Speakers On Our Agenda Larry requested the following core members to provide their input: Minutes of the January 7, 2008 meeting- John Moore Background of evening speakers-Margie Wheedleton Mission Statement-Vince Doss BCS Success to date-Tim Riley Financial Report-Shelly Leeds Committee Reports-Margie Wheedleton and introduction of our first speaker Mr Stalzer, Deputy FC Executive and Task Force Leader. Mr.Stalzer provided an overall view of the FC Strike Team: Goals Organization Investigations to date Strike Team Notices of Violation and Corrective Work Orders Long Term Goals He indicated that after the meeting he would be available to answer any private questions. Ron Martin introduced FC Officer E.C. Webb (Sully Station) who presented an overview of Commercial Trucks and Vehicles parking in our community: Commercial Trucks Abandoned Vehicles Recreation Vehicles (Trailers and Boats) Neighborhood Watch Officer Webb also stated that after the meeting, she would be available to answer any private questions. Larry requested any and all who wanted to volunteer please sing up after the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 09:28 P.M (Attendance at this meeting was 122) John E. Moore, member of the core group, recorded these minutes of February 25, 2008 |
Meeting TwoMinutes of January 7, 2008 Meeting (Brookfield Elementary School) Mr. Larry Leeds called the meeting to order at 7:07 PM. Opening Remarks: We defined the problems currently facing our community: Protecting our neighborhood Abandoned trash and hoarding Vandalism Overcrowding homes A numerous amount of cars and trucks illegally parked on driveway and street. Forms were provided to each attendee so they could record specific issues, choose an area they would like to support in the community, and provide any donations. It was requested that the forms be returned at the end of the meeting. Those attendees donating by cash or check will be provided a receipt. Our strength in numbers allows us to be able to approach Fairfax County Authority with sufficient representation to receive proper support and action to correct the community’s problems. Larry indicated that some vehicle problems have been addressed and corrected, such as the removal of specific trucks and cars by FFX Co police; however, more has to be accomplished. It was announced that there will be a stoplight installed at the intersection of Poplar Tree Rd. and Lees Corner Rd. in the spring/summer of 2008. Larry is attempting to have a four-way stop sign during the interim for safety purposes. This is an ongoing struggle between our community, VDOT, FCVDOT, and the builder of the new homes at the end of Lees Corner Rd. You will be provided the results when they become available. For those attendees who would like to see streetlights installed in their areas, please be aware that there are no funds available in the FFX Co budget at this time to accomplish installation. However, we should begin preparing petitions we when the funds become available. We will then be prepared to commence our project without delay. Larry indicated that the sign (Brookfield-Brookside) at the entrance of our community is in dire need of repair. Your support is requested so we can repair this sign at the earliest. It is an eyesore and speaks volumes as the type of community that lies behind the sign. Perhaps your response will be indicated on the form handed out prior to the beginning of the meeting. At this juncture, the meeting was made available to the attendees for open discussion and comments. The discussion details the following issues of interest: A question was asked about the use of a community officer assigned to the Sully Police Station to assist enforcement. This needs to be reviewed and answered at our next meeting. An attendee (retired Police Officer) volunteered to act as a liaison with our association and the Sully Police Station. This is welcomed help. An attendee announced that the Fairfax County Parks Authority (FCPA) is planning to redo the walking path between Lees Corner Rd. and Stringfellow Rd. in the near future. There are two paths on each side of Lees Corner Rd., so perhaps our association could encourage the FCPA to do both paths. Jerry Pace is the FCPA contact. Crowding (also called “Boarding House”) was discussed openly among the attendees. The final conclusion was that homeowners should complain to the Fairfax Zoning authority and continue to do so until appropriate action is taken. The townhouse area, located on Tabscott Dr., should be contacted to discuss excess parking and an overwhelming amount of trash. Since this area has an HOA, a realtor in attendance offered to contact that HOA group and discuss an appropriate way to handle this issue. Criminal activity in our community was openly discussed. A question was asked: “What are FFX Co. Police’s plans to reduce crime in our area?” Police need to be made aware of the constant criminal activity and take appropriate action. However, concerned citizens should report such activity and follow up with the police. Larry announced that he will invite the captain of the Sully Police Station to our next meeting. To expand our initial six members, we asked for volunteers to expand our Core Group to accomplish more projects. This evening an attendee volunteered so we may see more at the next meeting. At this point, it was suggested that we consider a new name change to the association. Brookfield Civic Association was nominated and approved. Hereafter, our new name will officially be “Brookfield Civic Association.” Contact with all Brookfield, Brookside and Brookleigh owners is extremely important and should be our first priority in order to update the community on the association’s current accomplishments and future plans. We need the community’s support and participation to achieve the actions needed to win back our community. A realtor in attendance said she had in her possession mailing labels (names-addresses) of approximately 920 Brookfield-Brookside and Brookleigh homeowners. After hearing her and seeing the labels, some attendees volunteered to prepare envelopes and attach labels for mailing. She also indicated that she has access to bulk mailing, which will reduce posting to $.19 per letter. This calculates to approximately $175.00 to accommodate the entire community. How the funds are to be collected for this action is still under review. This is a priority item. Vince and Karen Doss volunteered to design and host a website for our association on a pro-bono basis. Thank you both for your support. More on the website to come. Attendees indicated their interest in electing officers to guide our association. Since the nominating committee has not provided any candidates, we prefer to nominate core group (Executive Action Committee) as the governing body until later in 2008. Larry informed all that bylaws were approved at the November 2007 meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 25, 2008 at 7 PM, at Brookfield Elementary School. Notices will be made available prior to the meeting. Larry announced that Supervisor Frye will be invited to the next meeting. Our attendance at the January 7, 2008 meeting was 80. The meeting was adjourned at 8:14 PM. John E. Moore, member of the Core Group, recorded these minutes on January 7, 2008.
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