December 14, 2010, Tuesday - Annual Downtown Minneapolis Neighborhood Association Meeting

Time: 6:00pm

Location:  Central Library, Pohlad Hall, 300 Nicollet Mall

In addition to a line up of interesting speakers, elections will be held for the Board of Directors of the Downtown Minneapolis Neighborhood Association (DMNA).   There are four seats up for election, and currently three incumbents are running.  The terms are two years.  If you know of anyone who might have an interest in running, please contact Christie Rock at 612-659-1279.

Agenda 

6:00pm  Welcome and DMNA Update by Board Chair Carletta Sweet
* Presentation of the DMNA Phase II NRP Plan for community approval
 
6:15pm  7th Ward Update by Council Member Lisa Goodman and reports from other elected officials

6:30pm  Presentation on efforts to end homelessness in Downtown Minneapolis.  How DMNA NRP funds are helping address the problem in the Downtown community.  Guest presenters include:
              * Cathy tenBroeke from Heading Home Hennepin
              * Monica Nilsson from St. Stephen’s Human Services
 
6:55pm  Presentation by Sarah Harris regarding the Downtown Improvement District

7:10pm  DMNA Board Directors Elections Facilitated by the League of Women Voters 
To be eligible to vote you must live, work or own property in either the Downtown East or Downtown West neighborhoods.

7:20pm  Crime and Safety Update by the Minneapolis Police Department First Precinct 

7:40pm  Announcement of new DMNA Board Directors by the League of Women Voters

7:45pm  Adjournment