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