Post by Linda Ray Miller on Nov 13, 2011 15:04:56 GMT -6
Brad, Linda Ray, Kim, Diana, Jenny, Jack, Cass, Janet, Karen, MAT, and Katherine met at Glendale Baptist Church on Sunday 11/13 at 1:00.
Katherine was the facilitator, MAT was the timekeeper, and Linda Ray took notes.
Katherine read a statement on consensus from our workshop notebook.
Agenda Items:
1. Check In
2. Revision to Mission Statement
Diana had suggested that we take out the phrase "sun-dried laundry" from our mission statement to avoid alarming neighbors that we are trying to get to agree to our zoning requests. Diana also brought a recommendation from Gwen, who could not meet with us that was a bit lengthier. We agreed to look at it and respond at the next meeting.
3. Site Committee
The Site Committee has looked at numerous sites and is not ready to present "the" site, but is getting fairly close on several:
Site 1 - 830 Kirkwood - .98 acres of land - $550,000
Chuck recommends no more than 20 units – we would have to sell 16 to begin building. There are sidewalks to area amenities: only 2 blocks to Kroger and 10 blocks to Frothy Monkey, The site is a bit small, so there would not be as much green space. All parking would be on the property. There is a small farm nearby, and it is 1 1/2 blocks from Katherine's house. She would be willing to sell her property for garden space. Need 6 months to do zoning and engineering. Chuck recommends we offer $470,000. The units would be about $200 per square foot - one and two bedroom only.
Site 2 – 3 acres on Kirkwood
We made an offer but have received no response. Diana will try to get a response this week. However, it will be hard to get zoning for multi-family in this neighborhood.
Site 3 - 2400 White Avenue - 6 acres
This is an orphanage that last sold for 2.5 million. It is not ideal, as there is a lot of noise from Interstate 65 and 8th avenue, but the location is great in many ways. We are trying to see if the owners are interested in selling it.
Site 4 – 6813 Charlotte Pike - 2 acres across from West Nashville Shopping Center. This will probably be expensive, but is very close to Interstate 40 and right across from Target and Publix. There are no sidewalks.
Site 5 – McCrory Lane.
Developing the top of the ridge has proved to be too costly, as the people who own the access property want too much money for it. However, the 5 acres that are on McCrory Lane might be available.
Site 6 – Hermitage.
We are about to make an offer. It will take up to a year before the property can be secured, and then at least nine months for infrastructure. This is a multi-faceted project of which we are only a part. Randy and Greg are meeting to work out proposals.
We should have a lot of fast-breaking information this week, so we will try to keep everyone updated as things develop.
4. Logo and Posters
Everyone loved Sue's design, although some have suggested we need to have more emphasis on plants and/or people. However, the second log was approved. Other logos will need to be designed for individual properties.
5. Steering Committee
Linda Ray indicated a need for more transparency and organization in preparing for meetings. The group came to a consensus around the following recommendations:
At the end of each meeting a facilitator, time keeper, and note taker will be chosen. All committees should put reports and information on ProBoards, and let Linda Ray know if they need agenda time. On the Tuesday before each meeting, Linda Ray will assemble an agenda and print it in the weekly newsletter.
6. Next meeting:
November 27 1:00 Glendale
Facilitator – Jack
Time Keeper - Rebekah
Minutes – Rebecca
Items for next meeting:
We need to try to get away from referring to voting – we are building consensus, making decisions, or gathering opinions and information.
Rebecca wondered if we needed to set aside more time than just one hour for our meetings.
Katherine was the facilitator, MAT was the timekeeper, and Linda Ray took notes.
Katherine read a statement on consensus from our workshop notebook.
Agenda Items:
1. Check In
2. Revision to Mission Statement
Diana had suggested that we take out the phrase "sun-dried laundry" from our mission statement to avoid alarming neighbors that we are trying to get to agree to our zoning requests. Diana also brought a recommendation from Gwen, who could not meet with us that was a bit lengthier. We agreed to look at it and respond at the next meeting.
3. Site Committee
The Site Committee has looked at numerous sites and is not ready to present "the" site, but is getting fairly close on several:
Site 1 - 830 Kirkwood - .98 acres of land - $550,000
Chuck recommends no more than 20 units – we would have to sell 16 to begin building. There are sidewalks to area amenities: only 2 blocks to Kroger and 10 blocks to Frothy Monkey, The site is a bit small, so there would not be as much green space. All parking would be on the property. There is a small farm nearby, and it is 1 1/2 blocks from Katherine's house. She would be willing to sell her property for garden space. Need 6 months to do zoning and engineering. Chuck recommends we offer $470,000. The units would be about $200 per square foot - one and two bedroom only.
Site 2 – 3 acres on Kirkwood
We made an offer but have received no response. Diana will try to get a response this week. However, it will be hard to get zoning for multi-family in this neighborhood.
Site 3 - 2400 White Avenue - 6 acres
This is an orphanage that last sold for 2.5 million. It is not ideal, as there is a lot of noise from Interstate 65 and 8th avenue, but the location is great in many ways. We are trying to see if the owners are interested in selling it.
Site 4 – 6813 Charlotte Pike - 2 acres across from West Nashville Shopping Center. This will probably be expensive, but is very close to Interstate 40 and right across from Target and Publix. There are no sidewalks.
Site 5 – McCrory Lane.
Developing the top of the ridge has proved to be too costly, as the people who own the access property want too much money for it. However, the 5 acres that are on McCrory Lane might be available.
Site 6 – Hermitage.
We are about to make an offer. It will take up to a year before the property can be secured, and then at least nine months for infrastructure. This is a multi-faceted project of which we are only a part. Randy and Greg are meeting to work out proposals.
We should have a lot of fast-breaking information this week, so we will try to keep everyone updated as things develop.
4. Logo and Posters
Everyone loved Sue's design, although some have suggested we need to have more emphasis on plants and/or people. However, the second log was approved. Other logos will need to be designed for individual properties.
5. Steering Committee
Linda Ray indicated a need for more transparency and organization in preparing for meetings. The group came to a consensus around the following recommendations:
At the end of each meeting a facilitator, time keeper, and note taker will be chosen. All committees should put reports and information on ProBoards, and let Linda Ray know if they need agenda time. On the Tuesday before each meeting, Linda Ray will assemble an agenda and print it in the weekly newsletter.
6. Next meeting:
November 27 1:00 Glendale
Facilitator – Jack
Time Keeper - Rebekah
Minutes – Rebecca
Items for next meeting:
We need to try to get away from referring to voting – we are building consensus, making decisions, or gathering opinions and information.
Rebecca wondered if we needed to set aside more time than just one hour for our meetings.