Agendas

Kim O'Brien 4/13/24 Kim O'Brien 4/13/24

Agendas for Annual and Monthly Meetings, April 16, 2024

Agenda for Clarksville CDC Annual Meeting

April 16, 2024

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1703 Waterston Avenue

1. Presentation of the “State of the CCDC” Annual Report.

Chris Thomas, Vice-President.

2. Presentation regarding the CCDC’s Financial Status.

BJ Friedman, Treasurer.

3. Presentation regarding the CCDC’s housing program.

Brad Prak, Property Manager.

4. Announcement of Election Results.

BJ Friedman, acting as Election Administrator.

Agenda for Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

Upon Adjournment of the Annual Meeting

1. Approval of minutes from the March 19, 2024 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien, 3 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

4. Haskell House reports:

a. Haskell House Advisory Group status report. Felecia Miller, 4 minutes.

b. Haskell House Heritage Garden status report. Kurt Schmidt, 4 minutes.

c. Recent improvements made by PARD. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

5. Report from OWANA Steering and Zoning Committees. Paula Hern & Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

6. Other Business.

7. Executive Session, if necessary.

Kim O'Brien 3/16/24 Kim O'Brien 3/16/24

Agenda, March 19, 2024

Agenda for the March 19, 2024 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1705 Waterston Avenue

1. Approval of minutes from the February 20, 2024 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien, 3 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

4. Report on results of SVP Austin survey, recommendations, and suggested responses. Mary Reed, 7 minutes.

5. Discussion of beginning CCDC bylaw revision process in May, including adding a provision to expand the size of the Board of Directors to include descendants of Clarksville founders. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

6. Report on Amplify Austin Day fundraising. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

7. Reminder of upcoming Annual Meeting (April 16, 2024) and Board of Director election. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

8. Report from OWANA Steering and Zoning Committees. Paula Hern & Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

9. Other Business.

10. Executive Session, if necessary.

Kim O'Brien 2/18/24 Kim O'Brien 2/18/24

Agenda, February 20, 2024

Agenda for the February 20, 2024 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1705 Waterston Avenue

1. Approval of minutes from the January 16, 2024 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien, 3 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

4. Report on current vacancies. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

5. Report on efforts to obtain needed repair funding. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

6. Discussion of Amplify Austin Day fundraising campaign (Amplify Austin Day, March 6-7.) Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

7. Report on upcoming Board of Director election. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

8. Report on February 10, 2024 Clarksville Conversation: “The Importance of African American Family History – Lost and Found.” Mary Reed, 3 minutes.

9. Report from OWANA Steering Committee. Paula Hern, 5 minutes.

10. Report from OWANA Zoning Committee (1115 West Lynn [Nau’s, etc.], 1209 W. 5th Street [Hartland Plaza].) Kim O’Brien, 8 minutes.

11. Other Business.

12. Executive Session, if necessary.

Action taken via Electronic Vote: On January 22, 2024, the board unanimously voted to approve the 2023 Audited Financial Statement, which contained no findings. The matter was time-sensitive and could not wait until the February meeting.

Kim O'Brien 1/12/24 Kim O'Brien 1/12/24

Agenda, January 16, 2024

Agenda for the January 16, 2024 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

6:30 p.m.

Due to predicted extreme cold weather, the meeting will be held via Zoom.

If you are interested in attending,

contact ClarksvilleCDC@gmail for sign-in information.

1. Approval of minutes from the November 21, 2023 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien, 3 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

4. Report on efforts to obtain needed repair funding. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

5. Report on strategic planning initiative between CCDC and SVP Austin. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

6. Report on end-of-year fundraising and potential 2024 funding opportunities, including Amplify Austin Day. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

7. Reminder of upcoming Clarksville Conversation: “The Importance of African American Family History – Lost and Found,” speaker: Lydia Moore, presented in conjunction with Sweet Home MBC. Saturday, February 10, 11 a.m., at Sweet Home. Mary Reed, 3 minutes.

8. Report from OWANA Steering Committee. Paula Hern, 5 minutes.

9. Report on W. 12th/West Lynn project (Nau’s, etc.) Kim O’Brien, 3 minutes.

10. Set date for Ice Cream Social. Mary Reed, 3 minutes.

11. Recap of CCDC/OWANA Holiday party. Paula Hern, 5 minutes.

12. Other Business.

Kim O'Brien 11/27/23 Kim O'Brien 11/27/23

Agenda, November 21, 2023

Agenda for the November 21, 2023 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1705 Waterston Avenue

1. Approval of minutes from the October 17, 2023 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien, 3 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

4. Report on efforts to obtain needed repair funding. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

5. Report on strategic planning initiative between CCDC and SVP Austin. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

6. Discussion of CCDC fundraising on Giving Tuesday (November 28.) Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

7. Consideration of donations requested for Haskell House rental. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

8. Update on Haskell House Advisory Group. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

9. Discussion of CCDC/OWANA Holiday party. Paula Hern, 5 minutes.

10. Reminder of meeting to discuss proposed project at W. 12th/West Lynn (Nau’s, etc. property) to be held Wednesday, December 6, 6:30 p.m., Haskell House. Mary Reed, 3 minutes.

11. Other Business.

12. Executive Session, if necessary.

Kim O'Brien 10/15/23 Kim O'Brien 10/15/23

Agenda, October 17, 2023

Agenda for the October 17, 2023 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1705 Waterston Avenue

1. Approval of minutes from the September 19, 2023 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien, 3 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

4. Review of repair estimates. Brad Prak, 10 minutes.

5. Report on efforts to obtain needed repair funding. Mary Reed, 10 minutes.

6. Approval of FY 23-24 Budget. BJ Friedman, 10 minutes.

7. Discussion of a postponing proposed bylaws revision. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

8. Discussion of CCDC communication with members, supporters, and the neighborhood. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

9. Update on Haskell House Advisory Group. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

10. Report from the OWANA steering committee. Paula Hern, 3 minutes.

11. Other Business.

12. Executive Session, if necessary.

Kim O'Brien 9/15/23 Kim O'Brien 9/15/23

Agenda, September 19, 2023

Agenda for the September 19, 2023 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1703 Waterston Avenue

1. Approval of minutes from the August 15, 2023 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien, 3 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

4. Report on efforts to obtain needed repair funding. Mary Reed, 10 minutes.

5. Discussion of a proposed schedule to revise the CCDC bylaws. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

6. Discussion of proposed organization and operations of a Haskell House Advisory Group. Mary Reed. 10 minutes.

7. Report on Austin Museum Day at the Haskell House. Mary Reed, 3 minutes.

8. Report from the OWANA steering committee. Paula Hern, 3 minutes.

9. Other Business.

10. Executive Session, if necessary.

Mary Reed 8/13/23 Mary Reed 8/13/23

Agenda, August 15, 2023

Agenda for the August 15, 2023 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1703 Waterston Avenue

1. Approval of minutes from the July 18, 2023 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien, 3 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

4. Report on efforts to obtain needed repair funding. Mary Reed, 10 minutes.

5. Discussion of budget development process for next fiscal year. Brad Prak, Mary Reed, 10 minutes.

6. Acceptance of Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation grant toward repairs at 1807A W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

7. Discussion of plans for Austin Museum Day at the Haskell House, September 17, 2023. Mary Reed, 5 minutes

8. Other Business.

9. Executive Session, if necessary.

Mary Reed 7/18/23 Mary Reed 7/18/23

Agenda, July 18, 2023

Agenda for the July 18, 2023 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1703 Waterston Avenue

1. Approval of minutes from the June 20, 2023 Special and monthly meetings. Kim O’Brien, 3 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

4. Report on efforts to obtain needed repair funding. Mary Reed, 10 minutes.

5. Consideration of rent proposal. Brad Prak, PPM, 20 minutes.

6. Discussion of tenant eligibility and income requirements. Brad Prak, 20 minutes.

7. Report on CCDC’s new website. Mary Reed, 2 minutes.

8. Discussion of creating a Haskell House advisory group. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

9. Report on June 25, 2023 “Clarksville Conversations: Sundays at the Haskell House” event: Rep. Gina Hinojosa. Mary Reed, 2 minutes.

10. Discussion of plans for Austin Museum Day at the Haskell House, September 17, 2023. Mary Reed. 5 minutes

11. Other Business.

12. Executive Session, if necessary.

Mary Reed 7/18/23 Mary Reed 7/18/23

Agenda, Monthly Meeting, June 20, 2023

Agenda for the June 20, 2023 Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

(Will begin upon adjournment of the Special Meeting)

1. Approval of minutes from the May 16, 2023 monthly meeting. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

4. Consideration of rent proposal. Brad Prak, PPM, 20 minutes.

5. Discussion of tenant eligibility and income requirements. Brad Prak, 20 minutes.

6. Update regarding CCDC’s new website. Mary Reed, 2 minutes.

7. Reminder of upcoming “Clarksville Conversations: Sundays at the Haskell House” event: Rep. Gina Hinojosa, “Legislative Wrap-Up,” June 25, 2023, 2-3 p.m. Mary Reed, 2 minutes.

8. Report on fundraising. Kim O’Brien, 2 minutes.

9. Discussion of plans for Austin Museum Day at the Haskell House, September 17, 2023. Mary Reed. 5 minutes.

10. Other Business.

11. Executive Session, if necessary.

Mary Reed 7/18/23 Mary Reed 7/18/23

Special Meeting Agenda, June 20, 2023

Agenda for a Special Meeting of the Clarksville CDC Board of Directors

Tuesday, June 20, 2023

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1703 Waterston Avenue

(The meeting will be held outside, weather permitting)

1. Discussion and vote on the sale of 1807 W. 11th Street.

2. Discussion and vote on drawing down on the existing Line of Credit.

3. Discussion and vote on securing a home equity loan.

4. Executive Session, if necessary.

Mary Reed 7/18/23 Mary Reed 7/18/23

Agenda, May 16, 2023

Agenda for Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

May 16, 2023

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1703 Waterston Avenue

(Weather allowing, the meeting will be held outside.)

1. Approval of minutes from the April 18, 2023 Annual and Monthly meetings. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

4. Election of officers. 5 minutes.

5. Discussion of long-term financial needs, Mary Reed. 15 minutes.

6. Other Business.

7. Executive Session, if necessary.

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.

Abigail Hulme 4/18/23 Abigail Hulme 4/18/23

Agenda, April 18, 2023

Agenda for Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting, April 18, 2023

Upon Adjournment of the Annual Meeting

1. Approval of minutes from the March 21, 2023 monthly board meeting. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, Prak Property Management, 5 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports:

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management. Brad Prak, 5 minutes.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

4. Report on “Clarksville Conversations: Sundays at the Haskell House” event: Jessica Gilzow, Austin Parks & Recreation, “Planting a Pollinator Garden” held March 26. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

5. Reminder of upcoming Ice Cream Social, April 30, 1-3 p.m., Haskell House. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

6. Update regarding CCDC’s new website. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

7. Other Business.

8. Executive Session, if necessary.

Action taken via Electronic Vote:

On March 24, 2023, the board voted to support the proposed plans for 1812 11th Street. Mary will send a letter to the Historic Landmark Commission at the appropriate time. The matter was time-sensitive and could not wait until the April meeting.

Abigail Hulme 4/16/23 Abigail Hulme 4/16/23

Annual Meeting Agenda, April 18, 2023

Agenda for Clarksville CDC Annual Meeting

April 18, 2023

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1703 Waterston Avenue

(Weather allowing, the meeting will be held outside.)

1. Presentation of the “State of the CCDC” Annual Report. Mary Reed, President.

2. Presentation regarding the CCDC’s Financial Status. BJ Friedman, Treasurer.

3. Presentation regarding the CCDC’s housing program. Brad Prak, Property Manager.

4. Announcement of Election Results. Kim O’Brien, acting as Election Administrator.

Abigail Hulme 3/17/23 Abigail Hulme 3/17/23

Agenda, March 21, 2023

Agenda for Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

March 21, 2023

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1703 Waterston

1. Approval of minutes from the January 17, 2023 monthly board meeting. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes. (Note: the Board did not meet in February)

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. 10 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports. 10 minutes.

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street.

c. Renovation projects funded by OWANA funds.

4. Approval of the 2022 Audited Financial Statement. BJ Friedman, 5 minutes.

5. Reminder of upcoming board elections and Annual Meeting (April 18, 2023.) Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

6. Report on successful Amplify Austin campaign (March 1-2.) Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

7. Announcement of inaugural “Clarksville Conversations: Sundays at the Haskell House” event: Jessica Gilzow, Austin Parks & Recreation, “Planting a Pollinator Garden,” Sunday, March 26, 2-3 p.m. Mary Reed, 5 minutes.

8. Discussion of date for Ice Cream Social. Mary Reed, 10 minutes.

9. Update regarding CCDC’s new website. Mary Reed, 5 minutes

10. Review of plans for 1820 West 11th -- renovation of existing house and new construction. Aubrey Carter, 5 minutes.

11. Other Business.

12. Executive Session, if necessary.

Action taken via Electronic Vote: On January 18, 2023, the board voted unanimously to renew our employment agreement with Prak Property Management. The new contract will become effective March 1, 2023. It will be for 3 years, with an option to renew for an additional 3 years with mutual consent. The monthly management fee will be $1,000, plus $500 for bookkeeping services. The management fee will increase 10% annually. The matter was time-sensitive and could not wait until the February meeting.

Abigail Hulme 2/20/23 Abigail Hulme 2/20/23

Agenda, February 21, 2023

Agenda for Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

February 21, 2023

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House

1703 Waterston

1. Approval of minutes from the January 17, 2023 monthly board meeting. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, 10 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports. 20 minutes.

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street.

c. Renovation projects funded by OWANA funds.

4. Discussion of date for a Work Session to discuss future funding needs. Mary Reed. 10 minutes.

5. Discussion of 2023 CCDC events. Mary Reed, 10 minutes.

6. Report on I Live Here I Give Here/Amplify Austin campaign (March 1-2.) Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.
7. Information regarding CCDC’s new website. Mary Reed, 5 minutes

8. Other Business.

9. Executive Session, if necessary.

Abigail Hulme 2/20/23 Abigail Hulme 2/20/23

February 21, 2023 Monthly Meeting Cancelled

The February monthly board meeting has been cancelled because we do not have a quorum. Our next scheduled meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 21, 2023.

Abigail Hulme 1/18/23 Abigail Hulme 1/18/23

Agenda (amended), January 17, 2023

Agenda for Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting--AMENDED

January 17, 2023

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House (outside)

1703 Waterston

1. Approval of minutes from the November 15, 2022 monthly board meeting. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, 10 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports. 20 minutes.

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street.

c. Renovation projects funded by OWANA funds.

4. Discussion of property management going forward. Brad Prak. 20 minutes.

5. Discussion of 2023 CCDC events. Mary Reed, 10 minutes.

6. Report on I Live Here I Give Here/Amplify Austin campaign (March 1-2.) Kim O’Brien, 10 minutes.

7. New website for CCDC. Mary Reed, 5 minutes

8. Permission to join Austin Affordable Housing Coalition. Mary Reed, 3 minutes

9. Report on CCDC/OWANA Christmas party. Paula Hern, 5 minutes.

10. Other Business.

11. Executive Session, if necessary.

Action taken via Electronic Vote:

On November 29, 2022, the board authorized Mary Reed to send a letter to the City Council stating the CCDC’s opposition to the proposed Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone proposed for the Statesman PUD. Opposition was based on the board’s belief that not enough consideration was being given to affordable housing. The matter was time-sensitive and could not wait until the January meeting.

Abigail Hulme 1/17/23 Abigail Hulme 1/17/23

Agenda, January 17, 2023

Agenda for Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

January 17, 2023

6:30 p.m.

Haskell House (outside)

1703 Waterston

1. Approval of minutes from the November 15, 2022 monthly board meeting. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, 10 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports. 20 minutes.

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street.

c. Renovation projects funded by OWANA funds.

4. Discussion of 2023 CCDC events. Mary Reed, 10 minutes.

5. Report on I Live Here I Give Here/Amplify Austin campaign (March 1-2.) Kim O’Brien, 10 minutes.

6. New website for CCDC. Mary Reed, 5 minutes

7. Permission to join Austin Affordable Housing Coalition. Mary Reed, 3 minutes

8 Report on CCDC/OWANA Christmas party. Paula Hern, 5 minutes.

9 Other Business.

10. Executive Session, if necessary.

Action taken via Electronic Vote:

Abigail Hulme 11/15/22 Abigail Hulme 11/15/22

Agenda, November 15, 2022

Agenda for Clarksville CDC Monthly Meeting

November 15, 2022

6:30 p.m.

The meeting will be held virtually via Zoom. Anyone interested in joining the meeting must contact CCDC Secretary Kim O’Brien (kkronzer@aol.com) no later than Monday, November 14 to obtain the meeting link.

1. Approval of minutes from the September 20 and October 18, 2022 monthly board meetings. Kim O’Brien, 5 minutes.

2. Presentation of monthly financial reports. Brad Prak, 10 minutes.

3. Monthly property reports. 20 minutes.

a. CCDC properties managed by Prak Property Management.

b. New construction at 1611 W. 10th Street.

c. Renovation projects funded by OWANA funds.

4. Report on Haskell House re-opening celebration. Mary Reed. 5 minutes.

5. Discussion of CCDC/OWANA Christmas party. Paula Hern. 5 minutes.

6. Discussion of closer relationship between the CCDC and OWANA. Mary Reed. 10 minutes.

7. Other Business.

8. Executive Session, if necessary.

Action taken via Electronic Vote:

On November 7, 2022, the board authorized Mary Reed to send a letter to the City Council stating the CCDC’s opposition to weakening current compatibility standards, and asking for a postponement of discussion since the hearing is scheduled for Election Day. The matter was time-sensitive and could not wait until the November meeting.