Salemtown Neighbors Neighborhood Association Meeting Minutes
April 24, 2017
Meeting was called to order at 610pm by Lindsey Cox (SNNA president). A list of the members and guests in attendance will be maintained on record.
1.Community Reports
a.Mitch Kornberg- Community Liaison Officer Metro Nashville PD
Sgt. Kornberg was unable to attend this month’s meeting
b.Metro Councilman Freddie O’Connell
The 3rd and final reading is scheduled for a bill that will reform the way that sidewalks in Metro Nashville neighborhoods are designed. It will be a big help to areas that are currently unwalkable. Salemtown is currently zoned R6. This means that it is made up of single family homes and duplexes. This bill would move all areas currently zoned R6, and make them R6a (alternative). New developments will not be able to have a front facing garage, (they will need to be accessed from the ally), it will limit raised foundations and driveways that often block sidewalks.
Freddie stated that he has not received any negative feedback from developers on this bill. He feels that there are still lots of opportunity for developers in Salemtown, and we have a strong ally grid to allow opportunity for garages in the rear of a property.
Member John Hutcheson made the motion that SNNA is in favor of accepting the R6a designation for Salemtown. The hand vote showed that all members present we in favor, there were none opposed.
c.Developer Austin Pennington regarding the property at 4th Ave N and Hume St.
This project will remove several single family and two duplexes from the corner across the street from Morgan Park Community Center. The project is calling for a total of 18 units including 15 three story units, and three flats which will be lower in price. (Mr. Pennington stated that there could have been up to 24 units on this property.) This area is not in the historical overlay district, and will be all brick and designed to look a bit like the new townhomes at the corner of 4th and Garfield. There will be a garage in back for the 15 larger units (a total of 2 spaces per unit), and landscaping in the area between the front door and the sidewalks—approximately a 5ft setback, which would make approximately 14ft from curb to front door.
Neighbor Questions:
Q: What is the phasing plan? A: The units will be built 6 at a time, starting near the apartments on 4th. Q: How will the project be accessed by construction vehicles? A: The only way in would be through the ally on Hume St.
Q: When will the construction start? A: As soon as it is approved.
Q: What will the exterior lighting be like? A: If Metro does not approve additional street lights, the individual units will be well let to add lighting to the street.
Q: Lindsey asked that the HOA agreement be written to prohibit short term rentals? A: Developer was hesitant to accept this request. It was agreed that Lindsey would forward the specific language that would be proposed to the home owners.
Q: Lindsey asked for a contact person should there be problems relating to construction vehicles etc on site. A: Mr. Pennington stated that we could contact him directly at 615-642-7646.
2.Committee Reports:
a.Neighbors to Neighbors (Social Outreach):
i.Neighborhood Clean Up Day (In conjunction with the Mayor’s city wide clean up efforts)
This event was moved from Saturday April 22 to Saturday May 6 because of heavy rain. Still meeting at the corner of 5th and Buchanan at 930am.
ii.Teacher Appreciation Week (May 1-5) at Buena Vista Elementary
The Goal is to provide a fun treat for the educators and staff each day of this week. This project is in the planning stages and we are open to thoughts, but some of the ideas so far have been things like: Providing lunch, providing breakfast, making signs to decorate the teachers area, games with prizes of gift cards. We will need donations of gift cards, cash, food, artistic talent, and fun ideas. If you have availability in the daytime this week, we could use help organizing a team to deliver these treats to the school.
iii.Summer School Supply Drive
We held our first school supply drive for Buena Vista Elementary last summer, and plan on doing it again this year, starting in June with Pink Flamingo Happy Hour. They anticipate reduced enrolment next year, which is accompanied with a resulting drop in funding. Therefore donations of supplies, uniforms and technology will be even more important. If your company is looking for a place to make a donation, this would be a great opportunity as the school needs to replace computers and other high dollar items.
Another goal of N2N is to connect neighbors with social service projects that they are passionate about. If you are interested in volunteering in anyway, contact Mindy Quinn, and she will help you find a project. There are plenty of opportunities available performing a diverse set of services in and around our neighborhood.
b.Social Committee
i.Sip N Stroll May 21
This is the annual Salemtown garden tour. We generally visit 6 to 7 locations. Beer and wine to be provided by SNNA. Host houses provide a lovely yard and light snacks at each stop. We are currently seeking volunteers to host stops.
ii.Pink Flamingo Happy Hours (Thursdays in June and July 630pm)
Currently looking to fill the calendar with host houses.
3.Updates from Board Members
a.Treasurer: Rochell Pierce (given by Lindsey Cox)
We are currently collecting 2017 dues. It is still only $25 per household, which can be waived if the fee is a hardship. You can pay your dues on our website using Paypal or in person at the monthly membership meeting.
The meeting was adjourned at 705pm.
April 24, 2017
Meeting was called to order at 610pm by Lindsey Cox (SNNA president). A list of the members and guests in attendance will be maintained on record.
1.Community Reports
a.Mitch Kornberg- Community Liaison Officer Metro Nashville PD
Sgt. Kornberg was unable to attend this month’s meeting
b.Metro Councilman Freddie O’Connell
The 3rd and final reading is scheduled for a bill that will reform the way that sidewalks in Metro Nashville neighborhoods are designed. It will be a big help to areas that are currently unwalkable. Salemtown is currently zoned R6. This means that it is made up of single family homes and duplexes. This bill would move all areas currently zoned R6, and make them R6a (alternative). New developments will not be able to have a front facing garage, (they will need to be accessed from the ally), it will limit raised foundations and driveways that often block sidewalks.
Freddie stated that he has not received any negative feedback from developers on this bill. He feels that there are still lots of opportunity for developers in Salemtown, and we have a strong ally grid to allow opportunity for garages in the rear of a property.
Member John Hutcheson made the motion that SNNA is in favor of accepting the R6a designation for Salemtown. The hand vote showed that all members present we in favor, there were none opposed.
c.Developer Austin Pennington regarding the property at 4th Ave N and Hume St.
This project will remove several single family and two duplexes from the corner across the street from Morgan Park Community Center. The project is calling for a total of 18 units including 15 three story units, and three flats which will be lower in price. (Mr. Pennington stated that there could have been up to 24 units on this property.) This area is not in the historical overlay district, and will be all brick and designed to look a bit like the new townhomes at the corner of 4th and Garfield. There will be a garage in back for the 15 larger units (a total of 2 spaces per unit), and landscaping in the area between the front door and the sidewalks—approximately a 5ft setback, which would make approximately 14ft from curb to front door.
Neighbor Questions:
Q: What is the phasing plan? A: The units will be built 6 at a time, starting near the apartments on 4th. Q: How will the project be accessed by construction vehicles? A: The only way in would be through the ally on Hume St.
Q: When will the construction start? A: As soon as it is approved.
Q: What will the exterior lighting be like? A: If Metro does not approve additional street lights, the individual units will be well let to add lighting to the street.
Q: Lindsey asked that the HOA agreement be written to prohibit short term rentals? A: Developer was hesitant to accept this request. It was agreed that Lindsey would forward the specific language that would be proposed to the home owners.
Q: Lindsey asked for a contact person should there be problems relating to construction vehicles etc on site. A: Mr. Pennington stated that we could contact him directly at 615-642-7646.
2.Committee Reports:
a.Neighbors to Neighbors (Social Outreach):
i.Neighborhood Clean Up Day (In conjunction with the Mayor’s city wide clean up efforts)
This event was moved from Saturday April 22 to Saturday May 6 because of heavy rain. Still meeting at the corner of 5th and Buchanan at 930am.
ii.Teacher Appreciation Week (May 1-5) at Buena Vista Elementary
The Goal is to provide a fun treat for the educators and staff each day of this week. This project is in the planning stages and we are open to thoughts, but some of the ideas so far have been things like: Providing lunch, providing breakfast, making signs to decorate the teachers area, games with prizes of gift cards. We will need donations of gift cards, cash, food, artistic talent, and fun ideas. If you have availability in the daytime this week, we could use help organizing a team to deliver these treats to the school.
iii.Summer School Supply Drive
We held our first school supply drive for Buena Vista Elementary last summer, and plan on doing it again this year, starting in June with Pink Flamingo Happy Hour. They anticipate reduced enrolment next year, which is accompanied with a resulting drop in funding. Therefore donations of supplies, uniforms and technology will be even more important. If your company is looking for a place to make a donation, this would be a great opportunity as the school needs to replace computers and other high dollar items.
Another goal of N2N is to connect neighbors with social service projects that they are passionate about. If you are interested in volunteering in anyway, contact Mindy Quinn, and she will help you find a project. There are plenty of opportunities available performing a diverse set of services in and around our neighborhood.
b.Social Committee
i.Sip N Stroll May 21
This is the annual Salemtown garden tour. We generally visit 6 to 7 locations. Beer and wine to be provided by SNNA. Host houses provide a lovely yard and light snacks at each stop. We are currently seeking volunteers to host stops.
ii.Pink Flamingo Happy Hours (Thursdays in June and July 630pm)
Currently looking to fill the calendar with host houses.
3.Updates from Board Members
a.Treasurer: Rochell Pierce (given by Lindsey Cox)
We are currently collecting 2017 dues. It is still only $25 per household, which can be waived if the fee is a hardship. You can pay your dues on our website using Paypal or in person at the monthly membership meeting.
- President: Lindsey Cox
The meeting was adjourned at 705pm.
