Minutes & Financial Reports
Minutes, Annual and Monthly Meetings, April 15, 2026
Minutes from the April 21, 2026 Clarksville CDC Annual Meeting of the Members
Board members in attendance: Billy Edwards, Malcolm Greenstein, Paula Hern, Felecia Miller, Kim O’Brien
Others attending: Stephanie Lang, Brad Prak
1. Presentation of the “State of the CCDC” Annual Report.
Felecia Miller, President.
A copy of the President’s Annual Report can be found here.
2. Presentation regarding the CCDC’s Financial Status.
BJ Friedman, Treasurer.
A copy of the Treasurer’s Report can be found here.
3. Presentation regarding the CCDC’s housing program.
Brad Prak, Property Manager.
A copy of the Housing Report can be found here.
4. Announcement of Election Results.
Kim O’Brien, acting as Election Administrator
Kim reported that 21 members voted, 16% of the membership. The 5 candidates on the ballot—Amanda Cox, Malcolm Greenstein, Paula Hern, Stephanie Lang, and Chris Thomas—were elected to serve 2-year terms. Their terms will begin May 1, 2026.
Minutes from the April 21, 2026 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting
Board members in attendance: Billy Edwards, Malcolm Greenstein, Paula Hern, Felecia Miller, Kim O’Brien
Others attending: Stephanie Lang, Brad Prak
1. Approval of minutes from the February 17 and March 17, 2026, monthly meetings and the March 17, 2026, Special Meeting. Kim O’Brien
On a motion by Billy, seconded by Paula, the minutes from the February 17 and March 17, 2026, monthly meetings and the March 17, 2026, Special Meeting were approved.
2. Presentation of monthly financial reports.
March 2025 revenues totaled $26,000 (including $22,295 in rents, $3893 in donations.) Expenses totaled $13,522 (no major expenditures/repairs.) Monthly net income totaled $13,778. All bills are paid. In anticipation that some old air conditioning units may not make it through the summer, Brad is keeping an adequate reserve in case replacements are needed.
3. Monthly property reports--CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak.
There are no tenant issues to report. All units filled except for the Waterston unit currently being renovated. The renovation is practically complete. A tenant has been selected for the unit and Brad anticipates the unit will be occupied May 1.
In response to a question from Malcom, Brad stated that we would not necessarily know if any of our tenants are experiencing financial issues, beyond being able to pay the rent. Creation of a flyer to tenants seeking information was discussed. Also discussed was the need for the board to determine what we could possibly offer as assistance and how such a program would work. Brad volunteered to draft a flyer which he will share with the board.
4. Haskell House March 2026 monthly report.
The board reviewed the March 2026 report submitted by Mary Reed, Haskell House (HH) Manager. Highlights include:
Expenses: $95, pest control services; $150, donations; 64 visitors signed the Visitors Log. Monthly highlights include: facilitated electrical wiring repair; negotiated pest control services with PARD; promoted and hosted Clarksville Conversation with Tara Dudley; arranged for PARD to address problem with mini-split; addressed a group of UT graduate students on efforts to erase Clarksville’s black history; addressed a group of law school students on Clarksville and conducted a walking tour; met with Sarah Marshall and Edward McPhee, both of whom are with PARD’s Historic Preservation & Tourism Program, to discuss HH marketing and how PARD can be of help. (Sarah told Mary that her program will pay to redo the Clarksville walking tour brochure.)
Upcoming Events
June 13: Attendees at the national Green and Greener Conference being hosted this year by the Pease Park Conservancy will visit the Haskell House.
July 13: Bob Ward, chair of the Travis County Historical Commission, will be the Clarksville Conversationsspeaker. He will talk about the many Freedom Colonies that were settled in the Austin area, some of which have only recently been discovered.
5. Other Business.
The following was discussed under Other Business:
Stephanie shared that Blackland CDC is looking to turn one of their original houses into a museum. She suggested that they get in touch with Mary Reed, HH Manager.
Felecia reported that Mary Reed will no longer be involved in planning the Ice Cream Social or the CCDC/OWANA holiday event. She will remain in charge of Austin Museum Day at the Haskell House. Felecia will ask Amanda to contact Astound, inquiring if they will continue to fund the Ice Cream Social and Austin Museum Day.
Felecia shared the idea of creating an ad hoc committee to perform research on Clarksville, documenting history and early residents. Details to come. She also shared that she has been contacted by Kye Haskell’s daughter about CCDC obtaining a headstone for Kye’s grave. This will be discussed at a later date.
6. Executive Session, if necessary.
The board did not meet in executive session.
Minutes from the March 17, 2026 Special Meeting and Monthly Meeting
Minutes Clarksville CDC Special Meeting
March 17, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Haskell House
1705 Waterston Avenue
Attendees: Felecia Miller, Malcolm Greenstein, Aubrey Carter, BJ Friedman, Chris Thomas, Amanda Cox, Billy Edwards
Guest: Stephanie Lang
1. Approve the following amendment to the Clarksville CDC Bylaws:
Article 5, Section 5.02 Eligibility for Membership. Current and former residents of the Clarksville Neighborhood, and Descendants, who are 18 years or older are eligible to serve as Members of the Corporation upon submission of a completed membership application with the Board's Secretary. “Descendant” is defined as a person with generational ties to a resident living in Clarksville prior to 1970.
(amended language in bold.)
Felecia presented the amendment to the Clarksville CDC Bylaws. BJ moved and Aubrey seconded the motion to approve the presented Bylaws amendment. The motion passed unanimously.
The Special Meeting was adjourned.
Minutes Clarksville CDC Meeting
Upon adjournment of the Special Meeting
Attendees: Felecia Miller, Malcolm Greenstein, Aubrey Carter, BJ Friedman, Chris Thomas, Amanda Cox, Billy Edwards
Guest: Stephanie Lang
Felecia called the CCDC Board meeting to order.
1. Approval of minutes from the February 17, 2026 monthly meeting. Felecia Miller for Kim O’Brien
Minutes of previous meeting will be provided later by Kim and subsequently come up for approval by e-vote.
2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. BJ Friedman for Brad Prak
· Brad sent out the financials prior to the meeting but Brad was not present so BJ presented a summary
· Took in $22,271 in rents last month.
· Had $2,196 in other revenue, which included tenant late fee, cleaning fees from some damages, Haskell House donations and $600 in other donations.
· There were no big expenses this month. Typical administrative charges, payroll for the maintenance staff, etc. The biggest monthly expense now is for insurance, which is almost $3,500.
· Ended the month in the black by $11,042.
· February 2026 financial reports can be found at the CCDC website.
3. Monthly property reports--CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. BJ Friedman for Brad Prak
· Again, Brad sent out the property report prior to the meeting but Brad was not present so BJ presented a summary
· There was an email update on the Waterston property, and it's looking good.
· Waterston property might possibly be ready by the end of this month.
· Brad said he would send photos of the remodel to board members
4. Discussion of upcoming Annual Meeting (April 21, 2026) and board of director elections. Felecia Miller for Kim O’Brien
· Kim was not present, so Felecia presented a summary.
· Reminder of upcoming annual meeting, April 21st, 2026, and Board of Directors elections.
· Saturday, March 21st is the deadline for candidates to state their interest in running for the upcoming election. Current members up for reelection are: Malcolm Greenstein, Paula Hern, Chris Thomas, Amanda Cox, and Kim Kronzer O’Brien. Everyone who plans to run again needs to send an email to the CCDC email account stating their intent to run again by March 21st.
5. Report on Amplify Austin Day. Felicia Miller for Kim O’Brien
· We received 15 donations totaling $3,525. The net will be a little less once the fees are netted out.
· Discussion summary: The donations totaled less than last year, but we didn't do anything to promote giving this year.
· It was proposed we continue with the program next year, and that with planning and effort prior, such as advertising, social media, etc. the donations could be increased. And such work is becoming easier with AI tools for automating scheduled emails and creating materials.
6. Haskell House January 2026 monthly report
Mary sent her report to the board members. Everyone had reviewed the monthly Haskell House report and there were no questions or comments.
7. Report on “Clarksville Conversations with Dr. Tara Dudley.” Women entrepreneurs in historic Clarksville. Sunday March 8 – Felecia Miller
· It was a good turnout. Roughly over 20 people, very diverse group attended. There were people who traveled from out of town to attend the conversation as well.
· Dr. Dudley provided some great information and some handouts that Mary sent to the board.
8. Announcement of upcoming Rise: Freedom Communities Festival. Sunday March 29, 2-5 p.m., Kingsbury Commons in Pease Park. (CCDC is a community sponsor of the event and will have an information table.) – Felecia Miller
· A reminder that the event, Freedom Community Festival is March 29th from 2 to 5. We have the board members in place who have volunteered to be at the event. As stated in email, Felecia has been asked to speak about the CCDC for a few minutes.
· Also an honorarium of $200 will be paid and Felecia has asked that RISE make the payment out to and send directly to CCDC.
9. Announcement of next “Clarksville Conversation: Sundays at the Haskell House” event. April 12, 2 p.m. Stephanie Lang and Sue Spears, president of the Bethany Cemetery Association, will discuss Austin’s Black cemeteries, efforts to preserve them, and the histories they tell. The event will be facilitated by Funmi Ogunro, a local filmmaker and storyteller
10. Other Business
Minutes, February 17, 2026
Minutes from the February 17, 2026 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting
Board Members present: Aubrey Carter, Amanda Cox, Billy Edwards, BJ Friedman, Paula Hern, Malcolm Greenstein, Kim O’Brien, Chris Thomas
Others present: Brad Prak, Prak Property Management
1. Approval of minutes from the January 20, 2026 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien.
On a motion by BJ, seconded by Paula, the minutes from the January 2026 monthly meeting were approved.
2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak.
CCDC showed a net gain of $10,100 last month. We are paying down our line of credit (current balance $28,000.)
January 2026 financial reports can be found at the CCDC website.
3. Monthly property reports--CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak.
All units are rented, save the 1 that is awaiting renovation.
Brad reported that the lowest bid for renovating the Waterston unit, making it an accessible unit came in at $55,000. He anticipates this could rise to $60,000 depending on what is found as the renovation gets underway. Tom Estes submitted the lowest bid. The price includes painting the entire duplex. Estimated time to complete is about a month. Some gutting has happened already. A refrigerator and washer/dryer have been donated. On a motion by Chris, seconded by Billy, the board voted to accept the lowest bid and begin the project.
4. Discussion of Prak Property Management responsibilities. Brad Prak.
This item did not need to be discussed.
5. Discussion of bylaws. Felecia Miller.
The Board discussed amending the bylaws to allow Clarksville descendants to become CCDC members. Current bylaws require that a Special Meeting be held to approve bylaw changes. The Board agreed to call a Special Meeting in March to make this change. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 17, the same date and time of the regular monthly meeting.
6. Discussion of upcoming Annual Meeting (April 21, 2026) and board of director elections. Kim O’Brien.
Five board positions are up for election in April. Members who are interested in serving must express their interest in running by March 21. A notice will go out to members approximately March 1 sharing this information.
7. Haskell House monthly report, January 2026.
The board reviewed the January 2026 report submitted by Mary Reed, Haskell House (HH) Manager.
Highlights include: Expenses: $236 (pest control services, yard maintenance, cleaning); $112 in donations; 142 visitors signed the Visitors Log. Monthly activities included: coordinated replacement of posts and railings; hosted 2 groups of 3rd graders from Mathews.
Upcoming: Clarksville Conversations
3/9: Professor Tara Dudley will talk about two women in old Clarksville who amassed wealth via real estate and their influence on the community
4/12: Stephanie Lang, topic to be determined.
7/12: Bob Ward, Travis County Historical Commission chair, will talk about the many Freedom Colonies that were settled in the Austin area.
8. Reminder of Amplify Austin Day, March 4-5, 2026. Kim O’Brien.
Fundraising appeals will be shared with members and supporters.
9. Announcement of upcoming events:
· Don Baylor Park naming ceremony. Saturday, February 28, 10 a.m.
· “Clarksville Conversations with Dr. Tara Dudley.” Women entrepreneurs in historic Clarksville. Sunday March 8.
· Rise: Freedom Communities Festival. Sunday March 29, 2-5, Kingsbury Commons in Pease Park. CCDC is a community sponsor of the event and will have an information table.
10. Other Business.
Kim brought up the idea of installing a CCDC bulletin board by the side of the Haskell House similar to the Community Garden’s. It would provide an opportunity to share both CCDC info and Haskell House information (to reach people who visit when the Haskell House isn’t open.) Kim will contact garden manager Becky Thomasson for details about theirs.
Felecia reported that Hannah Michaels will make a presentation to the board sometime soon about her research into Charles Clark. She also might be able to help sort through documents currently stored by Mary Reed. Felecia also reported that she will be talking at Sweet Home next Sunday for Black History Month.
11. Executive Session, if necessary.
The board did not meet in Executive Session.
Minutes, January 20, 2026
Minutes from the January 20, 2026 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting
Board members in attendance: Amanda Cox, Billy Edward, BJ Friedman, Malcolm Greenstein, Paula Hern, Felecia Miller, Kim O’Brien, Chris Thomas
1. Approval of minutes from the November 18, 2025 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien.
On a motion by Chris, seconded by Billy, the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting were approved.
2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak.
Brad was unable to attend the meeting. His written report noted the following:
We are no longer in the red and have begun paying down on our line of credit.
CCDC received a $50,000 gift. This generous donation will be used to renovate the currently vacant Waterston unit, turning it into an ADA accessible unit. It will be CCDC’s first accessible unit. Bids are being sought.
November and December 2025 financial reports can be found at the CCDC website.
3. Monthly property reports—CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak.
Brad reported the following:
We are moving forward with painting the duplex at 1708 W. 10th, along with its decks and stairs. We are also painting the deck and stairs at 1011 Charlotte (the duplex itself will be painted when funds are available.)
Aside from the 1 Waterston unit, we are 100% full!!
4. Update on consultation with UT Law Clinic. Professor Frances Leos Martinez, Will Cross, Felecia Miller, BJ Friedman.
Will Cross briefed the board on progress of their legal review of whether rental preference can be afforded Clarksville descendants. They will continue to gather information and report back to the Board.
BJ reported that it’s been a pleasure working with the UT Law Clinic. The board thanked them for their work.
5. Discussion of Amplify Austin Day. Kim O’Brien.
Kim reported that Amplify Austin Day 2026 will be March 4-5 (6 p.m. Wednesday-6 p.m. Thursday.) Funding appeals will be shared with members and supporters.
6. Haskell House monthly reports, November & December 2025.
The board reviewed the November and December 2025 reports submitted by Mary Reed, Haskell House (HH) Manager.
Highlights include:
November:
Expenses: $158, pest control services; $176, donations; 19 visitors signed the Visitors Log. Monthly highlights include: Attended Preservation Austin’s annual Merit Awards event as the guest of the PARD’s Historic Preservation and Tourism Program which received an award for the short documentary about Clarksville and the Haskell House; met with Mathews teacher Faye Holland to plan January visits by Mathews 3rd graders; continued communication with PARD regarding replacement of the HH’s back railings; arranged for a city-wide group of community gardeners to meet at the HH (an annual event hosted by PARD); arranged a group to decorate the HH for the holidays.
December:
Expenses: $47.50, lawn maintenance; $56, donations (cash in donation jar from Holiday Party); 0 visitors (HH closed to the public in December). Monthly highlights include: scheduling docents for the first half of 2026; preparation of the annual report due to PARD per our agreement; coordinated food for the OWANA/CCDC Christmas party and decoration of the HH; kept PARD apprised of the CCDC’s progress finding a contractor to handle the post and railings project at HH.
Upcoming HH events (1st quarter 2026):
January 28-30: Mathews 3rd graders visit the HH
March 8: Clarksville Conversations with Professor Tara Dudley talking about two early Clarksville women residents who amassed wealth via real estate.
March 23: small group of UT graduate students to tour the neighborhood and learn about HH and historic Clarksville.
7. Reports on Thanksgiving Turkey give-away, Felecia Miller.
Felecia arranged for HEB Lake Austin Blvd. to donate turkeys for CCDC tenants. CCDC provided HEB gift cards, as well. Thanks to Felecia for arranging this successful program.
8. Report on CCDC/OWANA Holiday event, Paula Hern.
Everyone had a great time at the Holiday event. The kids loved playing in the “snow” and making ornaments. Galaxy’s tamales were tasty. The evening at the Haskell House ended with everyone singing, before a group of carolers strolled the neighborhood serenading.
9. Other Business.
The following was discussed:
Mary Reed has many CCDC documents at her home. She suggested they should be donated to the Austin History Center’s collection. The Board agreed that would be a good repository, but wants to review them. A time will be set for the records to be transported to the Haskell House (during a period when it is not open to the public) to allow review. Chris volunteered to transport the records.
The board authorized Mary to find and purchase an appropriate bookcase for the Haskell House.
10. Executive Session, if necessary.
The board did not meet in Executive Session.
Action taken via Electronic Vote:
On December 14, 2025, the board voted to approve the 2025 Audited Financial Statement, which contained no findings. The matter was time-sensitive and could not wait until the January 2026 meeting.
Minutes, November 18, 2025
Minutes from the November 18, 2025 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting
Board members in attendance: Aubrey Carter, Amanda Cox, Paula Hern, Kim O’Brien, Chris Thomas
Others in attendance: Alison Frazier, Lou Rigler
1. Approval of minutes from the October 21, 2025 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien.
On a motion by Paula, seconded by Amanda, the October 21, 2025 minutes were approved.
2. Presentation of monthly financial reports.
Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, was unable to attend the meeting, but submitted his report. Highlights include: October 2025 financials show $39,294 in income and expenses of $25,433, for net income of $13,861. Final payment was made to American Youthworks for the construction of 1611 W. 10th Street. All aging payables have been paid—we owe no one! We will begin making $2000 monthly payments to the line of credit balance. PPM is preparing to write off some aging debts due from former tenants that they do not believe are collectible. As this is the first month of the fiscal year, no year-to-date report was prepared.
3. Monthly property reports—CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management.
Brad’s report stated that our units—save the Waterson unit awaiting renovations—are full.
4. Haskell House monthly report.
The board reviewed the October 2025 report submitted by Mary Reed, Haskell House Manager.
October: expenses, $0; donation, $156; 66 visitors signed the Visitors Log, including a visitor from Guatemala. Monthly highlights include: Communicated with Ellen Colfax at PARD about the drawings for the new railing and posts at the HH that Aubrey is working on; broken window pane at the HH replaced; talked to a group of 30 people who are members of a continuing education group at UT (UT OLLI) about the history of Clarksville and the HH and led them on a tour of the neighborhood; researched new ideas to promote the HH and Clarksville in 2026.
5. Reminder of CCDC/OWANA Holiday event (Sunday, December 14, 2025.) Paula Hern.
Paula reported that plans are set. Galaxy will provide tamales and queso. Notice of the event will be sent to all CCDC members and publicized by OWANA.
6. Report from OWANA Steering Committee. Paula Hern.
A meeting with OWANA Steering Committee members (Steve Amos, Evelyn Fujimoto, Charlie Rice) and CCDC Board members (Felecia Miller, Chris Thomas, Paula Hern) took place to talk about OWANA’s possible name change. It was a good meeting with honest communication. CCDC Board members explained our reasons for opposing “Clarksville” becoming an official part of any new name. Everyone was civil and everyone was heard.
Paula announced that she will be revolving off the Steering Committee at the end of the year. No one on the board is able to take her place.
City Lights Bookstore is making plans to move into the former St. Luke church.
Discussions continue regarding the proposed development at the Y. OWANA’s primary concerns are the height of the residential towers and traffic.
7. Other Business.
The following was discussed:
Aubrey shared drawings for the back railings at the Haskell House. Next steps are obtaining bids and determining PARD’s role in replacing the rails.
Chris brought up the idea of street sign toppers to designate historic Clarksville. Chris and Aubrey will look into this.
The board thanked Felecia Miller for making the Thanksgiving project for CCDC tenants happen. Thanks to HEB, as well, for providing the turkeys.
The closing of the neighborhood health clinic was discussed. It is scheduled to close in December, possibly to be repurposed. No more details were available.
8. The board did not meet in Executive Session.
NOTE: The board will not meet in December.
Minutes, October 21, 2025
Minutes of the October 21, 2025 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting
Board members present: Amanda Cox, Billy Edwards, BJ Friedman, Paula Hern, Felecia Miller, Kim O’Brien, Chris Thomas
Others present: Brad Prak, Prak Property Management
1. Approval of minutes from the September 16, 2025 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien.
On a motion by BJ, seconded by Billy, the minutes were approved with an amendment made to the Haskell House report. Kim will check with Mary Reed, Haskell House manager, on the status of the broken window pane repair.
2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak.
Brad reported that the CCDC’s financial picture continues to improve. In September, we collected $24,297 in revenue, and had $13,929 in expenditures for September. The net income for the month was $10,368. We have made our final payment to American Youthworks for the construction of 1611 W. 10th (payment will show in October financials.) We have begun making payments on the draw-down of our line of credit. Monthly payments will continue until it is paid off. CCDC insurance is now part of a pool policy with PPM’s other clients, substantially reducing our costs.
3. Monthly property reports--CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak.
Brad reported the following: All but one unit is filled (the vacant unit is awaiting major repairs); inspections of all units are scheduled for next month; there is a problem with the recently installed flooring at 1817A. Both the floor vendor and the foundation contractor have been called in to determine what is causing the problem; PPM is looking to schedule tree trimming at some of the properties; money is being earmarked to paint our two 2-story units. Cost will be approximately $13,000 for each, with the hope that by the end of November we’ll have the funds to paint the first one.
Billy shared information about a City program to assess wildfire risk and make recommendations regarding mitigation. The board agreed we should be proactive. Billy will share contact information with Brad who will pursue.
A question was raised about lawn care at the properties. Brad reported that PPM handles mowing.
4. Haskell House monthly report.
The board reviewed the September 2025 report submitted by Mary Reed, Haskell House Manager. Highlights include: There were no expenses; 57 people signed the visitors log; Mary and Aubrey are working with the Parks Department on replacing the back railing.
The board will contact Mary to learn the status of the Parks Departments plans to replace the broken window pane.
5. Reports on Austin Museum Day and Will Taylor and Strings Attached concert/ fundraiser. BJ Friedman, Felecia Miller.
BJ reported on a successful Austin Museum Day. The Haskell House was filled with visitors throughout the event. AMD coincided with a reunion that morning at Sweet Home, which brought many church members. Soul Man Sam and his band were a crowd favorite. Big Thanks to Astound and board member Aubrey Carter for their financial support of the event!
Felecia reported on a delightful and successful evening of great music at the Will Taylor and Strings Attached concert/fundraiser at the Haskell House. It was a beautiful night with a good-sized crowd. CCDC split the proceeds of the evening ($2,400) with Will. Thank you, Felecia, for organizing this event!
6. Announcement of CCDC/OWANA Holiday event, Sunday, December 14, 2025. Paula Hern.
Paula reported that plans are being set. Festivities begin at 4:30, with snow, children’s crafts, and refreshments. Caroling begins at 6. Erica Taylor and Rick & Phyliss Patrick will lead the caroling. The lights are already up at the Haskell House (thank you, Aubrey!) and the rest of the decorating will be done in early December.
7. Report from OWANA Steering Committee. Paula Hern.
Paula reported on efforts being made by both CCDC and OWANA to improve regular communication between the two organizations.
8. Other Business.
Chris shared with the Board that he does not have the time required to continue serving as CCDC president and needs to step down. The board voted on 2 motions: to accept Chris’s resignation as president and to appoint current CCDC vice-president Felecia Miller to serve the remainder of his term as president; and to appoint Chris to serve as vice-president for the remainder of the term. Both motions passed unanimously. The appointments are effective immediately, and will extend until new officers are elected in May 2026.
9. Executive Session, if necessary.
The Board did not meet in executive session
Minutes, September 16, 2025
Minutes from September 16, 2025 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting
Board members in attendance: Billy Edwards, BJ Friedman, Paula Hern, Felecia Miller, Kim O’Brien
1. Approval of minutes from the August 19, 2025 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien
On a motion by BJ, seconded by Billy, the minutes were approved.
2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak.
Income in August was $25,284, expenses $14,255. There were no major expenditures this month.
3. Monthly property reports--CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak.
Brad was unable to attend the meeting. There was no property report available.
Yard maintenance was brought up, and a request made to discuss this at the next meeting.
4. Discussion and adoption of FY 2025-26 budget. BJ Friedman.
On a motion by Kim, seconded by BJ, the budget was adopted with the understanding that there are tweaks needed on some of the line items. A copy of the budget will be included on the website.
5. Discussion of plans for Austin Museum Day at the Haskell House (Sunday, September 21, 2025.) BJ discussed plans for the event. Docents will be on hand throughout the event. Soul Man Sam will play at 2 p.m. Homemade cookies and lemonade will be served. There will be kids’ activities and a raffle of gift cards. Thanks to Cipollina, Taco Flats, and Galaxy Café.
6. Haskell House monthly report.
The board reviewed the August 2025 report submitted by Mary Reed, Haskell House Manager. Highlights include: expenses: $158; significant financial support from Astound for Austin Museum Day; trained 2 new docents; booked three speakers for the 2026 Clarksville Conversations speakers series; participated in the inaugural, invitation-only meeting of the Austin Historical Preservation & Public History Working Group organized by Ted Gordon, Professor of African and African Diaspora Studies & Executive Director of the Contextualization and Commemoration Initiative; prepared and submitted Haskell House FY2025-2026 budget; began groundwork needed to replace the handrails at the back of the Haskell House; contacted Mathews principal to discuss student visits; began thinking about new ways to promote the Haskell House.
Upcoming events:
Austin Museum Day, September 21.
2026 Clarksville Conversations: Tara Dudley, March 8; Stephanie Lang, April 12; Bob Ward, July12 or 26.
Event at the HH as part of the Pease Conservancy’s Greater and Greener Tour, June 13, 2026. Details to come.
7. Report from OWANA Steering Committee. Paula Hern.
Paula reported about the recent General Membership meeting. OWANA is undertaking a long-term strategic planning process, looking toward the future of the neighborhood. They also are looking at ways to increase membership. Paula presented information to the members about Austin Museum Day and the Will Taylor and Strings concert.
She also noted that her term on the Steering Committee is coming to an end soon, mentioning that another board member might want to step up.
8. Other Business.
The following items were discussed:
BJ and Felecia will meet soon with the UT Law Clinic to discuss whether we can legally give rental preference to former Clarksville residents. They will keep the board informed.
The upcoming concert/fundraiser was discussed. Will Taylor and Strings will be playing on Saturday, October 11. Half of the proceeds of ticket sales will go to the musicians, half to the CCDC.
“Haskell House and the Story of Clarksville,” the documentary prepared by Austin Parks and Recreation, will be awarded a Preservation Austin 2025 Preservation Merit Award in November.
9. Executive Session, if necessary.
The board did not meet in Executive Session.
Action taken via Electronic Vote:
On August 27, 2025, the board voted to adopt the proposed Haskell House Policies and Procedures. This matter was time-sensitive and could not wait until the September 2025 meeting.