EACA Minutes, July
EACA Minutes, July 9, 2002
By Carolyn West
Vice President, Karen Haynes, called meeting to order. Introduction
of new neighbors and recognition of political candidates present,
followed by announcement that MARTA will give a presentation next
month regarding the I-20 corridor study and expansion on the east
side. Minutes were read and approved and the treasurer’s report
was given.
Fire Department
Fire Station 13 is still soliciting suggestions of land for a new
fire station.
Police – Zone 6
Major Banda reported that a recent burglary suspect had been apprehended.
Detective Favors enthusiastically reported the apprehension of a
burglary ring in the Paoli/Winfield area. Tip to attendees: be sure
to write down serial numbers on property so property can be easily
identified and returned to owners.
City Council, District 5
Natalyn Archibong reported that the new Police Chief is on board
and may have an opportunity to come to an EACA meeting ** Brownwood
Park will be cut every couple of months ** As of June 19, the library
land swap was authorized by the cit and papers were signed ** $950,000
available for streetscape project with SouthStar as sole source
for handling project ** CDBG application has been submitted for
sidewalks on Glenwood from Flat Shoals to I-20. The process is underway
and moving forward.
Friends of East Atlanta Library (FEAL) Fundraising
Shannon Hale is spearheading fundraising for FEAL. Current project
is cake auction to take place at every EACA meeting. David Kent
brought first cake for auction tonight. Funds to be used for a variety
of things such as sponsoring book signings, book readings and other
events/activities to support the local library.
Beautification
Chair Pam Aks cancelled the July clean up but committee and volunteers
will reassemble and regroup in August on Saturday following the
EACA meeting. Steve Carr offered the use of his wood chipper to
those who volunteer for this effort.
Porch Press
Henry Bryant advised that the Porch Press should be delivered by
the 15th of each month. If not, call Genie Strickland. Paste Up
is the first Monday of each month at 7:30 pm at Adams Realty on
the corner of Cherokee and Glenwood. Proofreaders are needed and
it’s only a 1.5 hour commitment.
Environment/Transportation
Steve Carr, NPU-W environmental chair and APAB Transportation chair,
is having a meeting at Good News Café on Saturday morning
at 10:00 a.m. All are welcomed. He also advised that sewer rates
will increase by about $100. Time to cut back on water usage now.
Still seeking topographically challenged property (greenspace).
Scott Peterson will come before EACA next month and will bring photos
of Constitution Lakes at the south end of East Atlanta.
SouthStar
Fifteen home repairs completed for unincorporated Dekalb. Search
is underway for funding to continue this program. Repairs for city
of Atlanta should be starting again soon. SouthStar is accepting
applications for any neighbor in need of HVAC, roofing, plumbing,
electrical up to $5,000 for senior or disabled homeowners. The IDA
program is going strong – first couple of participants ready
to graduate and buy homes. Negotiations ongoing with the city on
the bond work for the village. Southstar is looking for an Executive
Director – interviews underway. Hoping to have an installation
event for the bike racks received.
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