Minutes, May 16, 2023

Minutes from Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting, May 16, 2023

The meeting was held outside the Haskell House. 

Board members present: Aubrey Carter, BJ Friedman, Malcolm Greenstein, Paula Hern, Kim O’Brien, Mary Reed, Chris Thomas, and Gregory Tran.

Others present: Brad Prak, Prak Property Management

1. On a motion by Paula, seconded by Aubrey the minutes from the April 18, 2023 Annual Meeting were approved. On a motion by Paula, seconded by Aubrey, the minutes from the April 18, 2023 monthly meeting were approved with corrections. Corrections are noted in the official copy of the minutes.    

2. Brad presented the monthly financial reports, along with a year-to-date report. The board liked having the year-to-date information.

There were no unusual expenses last month. The OWANA-funded projects have been completed with a small amount remaining. He noted that next month will be a 3-payroll month, a reminder that expenses will be higher.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. Brad reported that there were no significant issues at CCDC properties this month.

b. Kim reported that the driveway at 1611 W. 10th Street is still in permit limbo. She has reached out to Councilmember Qadri’s office to see if they can offer any help. When the permit is issued, AYW anticipates the house can be completed in 3 weeks.     

4. On a motion by Malcolm, seconded by Aubrey, the board approved the election of the following officers: Mary Reed, President; Chris Thomas, Vice-President; Kim O’Brien, Secretary; BJ Friedman, Treasurer. They will serve until May 2024.

5.  The discussion of long-term financial needs took place in Executive Session.

6. Under Other Business, the Board discussed whether to continue to replace dishwashers (in the units that have them) when they require replacement. After a spirited discussion, which including the benefits of increased cabinet space v. resource conversation, the board agreed to continue to replace them.

7. The board met in Executive Session.

Action taken via Electronic Vote:

On May 12, 2023, the board approved an income qualification for a CCDC property. This matter was time-sensitive and could not wait until the May meeting.

On May 12, 2023, the board approved the renewal of our insurance policies. This matter was time-sensitive and could not wait until the May meeting.