The Lyndale Neighborhood Association is currently looking for a couple of good people to serve on the LNA Board. In December, Randy Ferguson and Courtney Lerdon left the board. Courtney who had been a long-time manager and part owner of Champion’s Sports Bar left to pursue other career opportunities outside of the neighborhood and Randy left the board to focus his time on other endeavors, but is planning on staying involved as a block club leader and as a regular contributor to the Lyndale Neighborhood News.
The two resignations have created two vacancies on the LNA board. Both seats were elected in June of this past year and would run from the time of appointment through June 2011. The process for being appointed to one of these seats is simple; you just have to express your interest; the board will then make an appointment at its regular meeting, which must be confirmed at the next General Membership meeting.
Information about the LNA Board
The LNA Board is legally responsible for the overall governance of the organization, which includes setting the direction of the organization, financial oversight, and priorities. The Board –as a whole- is ultimately responsible for determining where and how decisions are made.
As an LNA Board Member you get to be at the center of helping to shape policy in the neighborhood and get to work on the key issues facing the neighborhood. You also have the opportunity to contribute directly to the well being of the neighborhood. You also get the rewards of knowing that your time and energy are being well spent as part of one of the most vibrant and active neighborhood organizations in Minneapolis.
LNA Board Member Details
- 11 Members elected to two year terms with 6 people being elected this year
- Up to 5 Alternates elected to one year terms
- Any eligible community members can serve on the board
LNA Board Member Responsibility
- Attend board meetings once a month
- Be an active member of at least one committee
- Attend General Membership meetings
- Bring their energy and ideas to help make Lyndale a better neighborhood
- Average time commitment is around 10 hours a month
Eligible community members (both for running and voting in board elections) include:
- All individuals who attain the age of eighteen whose primary residence falls within the Lyndale Neighborhood,
- All property owners who own property within the Lyndale Neighborhood, and
- All business owners who own or operate a business within the Lyndale Neighborhood. A business owner may appoint a single agent to act on his or her behalf.
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January General Membership Meeting
Monday, January 25th
6:30 to 8:00 pm
Painter Park
Join us at January General Membership meeting for a legislative forum featuring Lyndale’s legislators. This is the third year that LNA has invited in our legislators to talk with the community before the upcoming session about the issues they are going to be working on and what issues are important to the community. It’s a great opportunity for everyone to get to know their elected officials and to provide their input on the upcoming legislative session.
Invited Legislators are:
- Speaker Margaret Anderson Kelliher – Can not attend
- Representative Jeff Hayden
- Representative Frank Hornstein
- Senator Scott Dibble – Confirmed
- Senator Linda Berglin
Newly elected Council Member Meg Tuthill will also be there to introduce her staff and to hear from people in the neighborhood. Treats for the meeting will be provided by Tricia Silpala and Randy Ferguson
Childcare is available through Leonardo’s at Lyndale for children 4 to 12 years old at Painter Park from 6:30 until 8:00 pm. For more information check out www.lyndale.org, or contact Mark Hinds at 612.824.9402 ext 16.
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Your contribution is crucial in these tough economic times to ensure LNA has the resources available to keep the neighborhood moving forward.
The Lyndale Neighborhood Association (LNA) is committed to being a diverse community driven organization that brings people together to work on common issues to ensure all community members have the opportunity to live, work, and play in a safe, vibrant, and sustainable community.
During this past year LNA was able to achieve some significant accomplishments, including:
- Developing a new strategic plan to guide the organization during the next three years.
- Starting the Lyndale Neighborhood Business Association to help improve the economic climate in the neighborhood and to create better connections between Lyndale’s businesses and residents.
- Continued transforming the gardens and parks around Horn Towers into safe, public green space through the Lyndale Youth and Family Safety initiative 2.0.
- Continued supporting great neighborhood events like the 12th Annual Fish Fest, La Posada, and the Lyndale Open House.
Your support is critical to Lyndale’s future. As you consider year end gift requests, we ask that you make the Lyndale Neighborhood Association one of your top three charities. By making LNA one of your top three charities, whether you can afford a donation of $300, $100, or $50, you will be showing your support and commitment to a better, stronger neighborhood.
As we move towards 2010, we look forward to hearing your ideas and working with you to create a safe, vibrant, sustainable community. If you have any questions about the Annual Fund Drive or anything else happening in Lyndale please contact us. You can reach Holly at 612.822.7104, Mark can be reached at 612.824.9402 ext 16.
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